USMNT star Weston McKennie faces major decision as 2026 World Cup looms

Several of the U.S. Men’s National Team’s brightest stars are thriving with their clubs as the 2026 World Cup looms. Those players must stay sharp as head coach Mauricio Pochettino evaluates his options for the tournament, scheduled from June 11 to July 19 in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

One of them is versatile midfielder Weston McKennie, who was not part of the USMNT’s recent 5–1 victory over Uruguay. The 27-year-old should be a regular starter for the national team, even in Pochettino’s new 3-4-2-1 (or 3-4-3) formation. That said, McKennie faces a major offseason decision that he should resolve before the competition begins.

Weston McKennie has not renewed his contract with Juventus

The American is following a familiar script to his past seasons with the “I Bianconeri." Needing to gain the trust of manager Lucian Spalletti, McKennie has worked his way up from being a bit contributor to one of the best players on the team once again.

And there have been plenty of highlights for the Fort Lewis, Washington, native this season. McKennie made his 200^th appearance for the club in early December and already has two Champions League goals.