LAS VEGAS — Reappointed U.S. men's national team coach Gregg Berhalter admitted «there's work to do» in terms of repairing his relationship with midfielder Gio Reyna.
The relationship between Berhalter and the Reyna family was at the heart of a messy affair that led to Berhalter's contract being allowed to expire at the end of 2022.
With Berhalter officially reassuming his post on Friday, one of his most important tasks will be rebuilding the connection with Reyna, who remains one of the most talented players on the U.S.
roster. — Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) «I'd certainly acknowledge that there's work to do, and Gio is an important player to this team,» Berhalter said at a news conference. «He's an extremely talented individual, and I have the obligation and the commitment to coach him like I coach every other player, and I want to get the best out of him. »We want to get the best out of him, and we know that if we can unlock his talents, he's going to be a game changer for this program.