Emma Hayes refuses to comment on USA Women’s national team role
Emma Hayes has explained the reasons for her decision to leave Chelsea but refused to discuss the reports linking her with the USA Women’s national team. Hayes is in talks with US Soccer over becoming the new head coach of the women’s national team. “I’m not going to comment on that,” the 47-year-old said when asked about the role in the States. “I’ve been in post for 12 years and dedicated my life to this place. I drive four hours every day, six days a week, for 12 years. I have a five-year-old that needs more of his mummy, for sure. Family matters. That’s important. I’ve dedicated as much as I can to this club, I’ve loved every minute and I think it’s important, if possible, to create a succession plan - like me and [general manager] Paul [Green] do with the players. “The time is right. I will work with the club and do everything I can to make sure there is as good a transition as possible so my successor can have as much as success as I have.” 🗣️ Emma Hayes on leaving Chelsea a...