MLS narrows down commissioner candidates to three finalists
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
As of July 17, 2026, the search for the next MLS commissioner has been narrowed to three finalists. Larry Berg, co-owner of LAFC, Paraag Marathe, president of 49ers Enterprises, and David Nathanson, a former Fox executive, have been confirmed as leading candidates. This decision follows Don Garber's announcement of his impending departure from the role after years of service. The MLS is expected to finalize its choice soon, marking a significant transition in the league's leadership.
- •Larry Berg, Paraag Marathe, and David Nathanson are the finalists.
- •Don Garber is stepping down as MLS commissioner.
- •The final decision is expected to be made soon.
- 7:37 PMESPN — Source: 49ers president in mix for MLS commish
"The list of candidates to succeed Don Garber as MLS commissioner is down to three, with LAFC co-owner Larry Berg, 49ers Enterprises president Paraag Marathe and former Fox executive David Nathanson the three finalists, a source confirmed to ESPN.
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