Report: Bob Bradley to return stateside with LAFC job
Bob Bradley's unveiling as manager of MLS expansion team Los Angeles FC is imminent, according to Brian Straus of Sports Illustrated.
The former United States boss has been unemployed since he was sacked by Swansea City last December, just 85 days into the job.
Bradley previously led the Chicago Fire, the MetroStars (now the New York Red Bulls), and Chivas USA in Major League Soccer before taking over duties for the U.S. in 2006. He guided the national team to a Round of 16 finish at the 2010 World Cup and won the 2007 Gold Cup during his time in the hot seat.
After being relieved of his duties in the summer of 2011, Bradley tried his hand on two different continents. He oversaw Egypt between 2011 and 2013, and then boosted his experience in Europe with stints at Norway's Stabaek, France's Le Havre, and Premier League outfit Swansea.
Smart hire from @LAFC in Bob Bradley. His experience outside of @MLS will be vital in helping the expansion team progress. #MLS
— Taylor Twellman (@TaylorTwellman) July 27, 2017
LAFC is set to kick off its inaugural MLS season in 2018 and the challenge of taking over the expansion team will represent 59-year-old Bradley's first job in the league since 2006. He beat the likes of Hugo Sanchez and Guillermo Barros Schelotto to the role, according to Straus.
Bradley's reportedly impending appointment came on a busy day in the City of Angels, with Sigi Schmid returning to take the LA Galaxy helm after Curt Onalfo was ousted with a record of 10 losses and four draws in 20 matches this season.