Overview
- Pochettino, speaking to reporters Monday, framed the next four years as a distinct project after signing a contract through the 2030 World Cup and said he will name about a 26‑player roster on Sept. 17 for friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada.
- He said the roster will blend established internationals with emerging talent but warned staff will be careful to protect teenagers’ development, media behavior and playing minutes to avoid burning out prospects.
- Selection for the September camp is constrained by injuries and fitness for several 2026 World Cup regulars, and Pochettino said he will contact striker Folarin Balogun following the player’s collapsed transfer to Everton.
- Augsburg centre back Noahkai Banks remains undecided between the U.S. and Germany and so will not be considered for the upcoming camp, a decision Pochettino said leaves dual‑national recruitment an active priority.
- Pochettino is coordinating with U‑23 coach Steve Cherundolo to use senior minutes as part of a pathway toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and said changing team habits about tournament availability is central to his cultural reset.