Overview
- The promotion was confirmed Friday by general manager John Thorrington following Steve Cherundolo’s planned departure to move his family to Germany.
- Thorrington said player support for Dos Santos was unanimous, highlighting his alignment with LAFC’s front‑foot playing identity.
- Lead managing owner Bennett Rosenthal publicly endorsed the choice as preserving culture while welcoming fresh ideas.
- Dos Santos, 48, spent the past four seasons as an LAFC assistant helping win the 2022 MLS Cup and Supporters’ Shield and the 2024 U.S. Open Cup, and previously went 22-37-18 as Vancouver’s head coach.
- Staff appointments have not been announced, with a Dec. 15 introduction set at BMO Stadium and a Feb. 21 debut scheduled at the Coliseum against Inter Miami and Lionel Messi.