The proposed European Super League has the potential to rewrite world soccer as we know it. SBnation has posted an explainer that covers the details. The most important point for this particular post is that players who participate in the Super League may be barred from international competition, including the World Cup.
As American players have risen through the ranks in Europe, one consequence is that there are several USMNT stars who could be affected if a worst-case scenario unfolds with the Super League. Let’s unpack them, tier-by-tier.
Clear first-team players
Christian Pulisic (Chelsea FC), Sergiño Dest (FC Barcelona), Weston McKennie (Juventus), Zack Steffen (Manchester City)
These four players are crucial, both to the USMNT and to their clubs.