Cavan Sullivan Interview: U.S. Future & Man City Plan + Balogun & Dest Transfer Drama

To kick off this jam-packed episode, Alexi Lalas is joined by Philadelphia Union and American wunderkind Cavan Sullivan. The duo dive into the Union’s insane run, his recent rescinded red card, the bleach blond hairstyle, playing with his brothers growing up, his relationship with Manchester City, Clint Dempsey, Messi and so much more. Alexi and David Mosse then recap a wild transfer market for Folarin Balogun and Sergiño Dest. Who was at fault for the collapsed Everton deal and did Dest make a mistake turning down a move to Fulham? In #AskAlexi, the guys give Nashville their due before celebrating MLS’s return to the U.S. Open Cup. To wrap the show, the guys debate if EPL coverage is too English in America. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 2:22 - Cavan Sullivan on his hairstyle 13:34 - Cavan Sullivan on USMNT at 2026 FIFA World Cup 15:43 - Cavan Sullivan on relationship with Manchester City 17:29 - Cavan Sullivan on Messi, Dempsey & more 28:02 - Flo Balogun’s WILD transfer deadline day 34:56 - Sergiño Dest’s mistake? 42:04 - U.S. Abroad: Worried about Jedi Robinson or Chris Richards? Pulsic & Musah vs McKennie. 47:05 - #AskAlexi: Nashville on FIRE & US. Open Cup return 55:58 - One For the Road: Soccer coverage Too English? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices