Sources: Kate Markgraf Likely To Become USWNT GM

ESPN broadcaster and former USWNT D Kate Markgraf is the "clear front-runner to become" the new USWNT GM, according to multiple sources close to U.S. Soccer. Some sources "say it's a done deal, others said nothing official yet." A USSF spokesperson declined comment (TWITTER.com, 7/31). 

Meanwhile, Markgraf on ESPN said that the the "likely" candidates to replace Jill Ellis as USWNT coach are Laura Harvey, Paul Riley, Vlatko Andonovski and Mark Krikorian. Markgraf "would be in charge of the hire if she becomes GM." USSF leadership reportedly would "likely prefer a woman as coach," and the "only one here is Harvey" (TWITTER.com, 7/31).