D.C. United has hired Swiss coach René Weiler to replace Troy Lesesne, who was fired late Wednesday night shortly after a 5-2 loss to Nashville SC in the U.S. Open Cup, multiple people close to the situation said Thursday morning.
Until Weiler receives his work visa, Kevin Flanagan, United’s director of the youth academy and player development, will oversee the team, starting with Saturday’s regular season match at the Los Angeles Galaxy.
United officials declined comment but were expected to issue a statement Thursday morning.
Weiler, 51, recently left Swiss club Servette FC, where he coached in 2023-24 and served as sporting director this season.