CHICAGO - Sources with the US Soccer Federation state that new United States Men’s Team (USMNT) coaching hire Mauricio Pochettino officially submitted his list of players he wants the federation to sign in order to compete at the world level.

“He wants a team fans can 'fall in love with,” stated one person who was at the location.

Sources indicate that Pochettino wants to create a pressing, dynamic team full of character with players who have to fight to get into the lineup.

“He is going to demand a lot and needs players who can hold up to those demands,” stated one insider.

With the World Cup coming up fast, Pochettino asked the USSF to compete in the next transfer window to sign more players to the squad.

“It’s a bit threadbare right now, if I’m honest,” stated one insider with Pochettino’s staff. “However, we believe that we can get this squad heading in the right direction with a bit of investment at the forward, midfield, defense and goalkeeper positions.”

The Nutmeg News will have more on this as USMNT fans plan for Pochettino’s World Cup victory parade.