Larry Berg has been appointed the next commissioner of Major League Soccer. Owners selected Berg following four rounds of voting at league headquarters in New York City. His formal introduction took place Tuesday.
Berg is a co-owner of LAFC. He brings a hybrid profile to the role, combining deep knowledge of the league's structure with a background in private equity.
Berg's primary focus will be on roster construction. He aims to implement measures that improve the level of play on the field.
Major tasks await Berg, including negotiating a new labor deal and establishing a new media arrangement for MLS.
Owners held their vote Monday afternoon. The final vote was unanimous among 28 owners, according to reporting. Bennett Rosenthal, an LAFC co-owner, and Jimmy Haslam, a Columbus Crew owner, congratulated Berg shortly after the decision.
Berg's appointment raises questions about the sale of his LAFC equity. Any potential sale would be part of his transition into the commissioner role.
Berg's selection balances internal league knowledge with business experience from private equity—a clear path forward for the league's growth.
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