USMNT in the Premier League: Who’s here and who could join
By Evan Curnew
West McKennie (Juventus) – The USMNT midfielder would see a second stint in the Premier League should he return. McKennie spent last season on loan at Leeds United, who suffered relegation from the Premier League. He’s been left out of Juventus’ pre-season tour squad, and the club is expected to listen to offers on the player. McKennie has been linked to Unai Emery’s Aston Villa, but that’s as far as things have gone so far. With Premier League experience on his resume, fellow league sides may take a look at McKennie, even if just on loan again.
Bryan Reynolds (AS Roma) – Reynolds spent last season at Westerlo in Belgium, on loan from Roma. Plying his trade as a fullback, Reynolds is now subject to Premier League interest. The links aren’t strong, but Fulham and West Ham are reportedly keeping tabs on the American. Tom Boegert reported back in May that Westerlo wants Reynolds back and has bid for him.
Malik Tillman (Bayern Munich) – Tillman likely won’t be sticking around with Bayern. After a respectable loan spell at Rangers, Tillman is now subject to Premier League interest. Daily Mail reports that both Brighton and Brentford are eyeing a move for the midfielder. This one feels like it could absolutely happen. There’s a lot of scouting that takes place from Premier League clubs in Scotland, so there’s tons of analysis on Tillman.
Taylor Booth (FC Utrecht) – Much like Tillman, Booth is no stranger to Bayern Munich. He only moved permanently away from the club to Utrecht on a free transfer in June 2022. Booth recorded 6 goal contributions from the midfield in the Eredivisie last season. Prior to their signing of Mason Mount, ESPN was reporting Booth as a shock transfer target for Manchester United. It’s very likely things will happen now, but Premier League clubs are clearly watching the player.
Tyler Adams (Leeds United) – One of the most important players for the USMNT is defensive mid Tyler Adams. After progressing through the Red Bull system, in New York and Leipzig, Adams found his way over to England. Now on a relegated Leeds side, Adams will be looking for a move back to a top 5 league. The Athletic reported back in June that Aston Villa are admirers of the American. 90min reported in May that Newcastle and Tottenham are tracking Adams. The former feels unlikely, especially after the signing of Sandro Tonali.