He will introduce himself to the players and engage in deeper discussions with team leaders. He needs to meet the staff. Media interviews await.
As the weeks-long process for a work visa commences, Losada is in regular contact with General Manager Dave Kasper and learning the quirks of MLS, something that has tripped up many foreign coaches before him.
“It’s new for me,” he said Tuesday, grinning. “I have to say, I need to get all the details about the transfer policy and all the rules in MLS. It’s quite complicated.”
About two weeks ago, deep into the Belgian season, Losada’s lone concern was coaching Beerschot through its return to the first division after a seven-year climb.