U.S. Soccer has announced that Mitrović will take charge of the team who are set to make their first appearance at an Olympic Games since Beijing 2008.

Mitrović steps up from his role as head coach of the US under-19 team -  a position he had held since April 2022 after being assistant manager at English side Reading from 2020 to 2022 and American outfit Chicago Fire from 2016 to 2019.

"It’s been an honour working for U.S. Soccer and I’m tremendously proud of the opportunity to lead the USA at the Olympics," said Mitrović.

"I’ve gotten to see first-hand the high-potential players rising through our development system and I’m excited for them to represent their country proudly on such an important stage.

"The Olympics will be a special platform for our players and I can’t wait to continue the preparations."

As well as leading the under-19 team, Mitrović served as assistant to interim national team head coaches Anthony Hudson and B.J. Callaghan from April until July this year.

Mitrović is set to hold his first training camp as head coach of the under-23 team next month.

Following his appointment, Michael Nsien has been put in charge of the under-19 side having previously run the under-16 team.

"We couldn't be more excited to have Marko and Michael continue to be an important part of our men’s program as both of these teams serve as crucial steps in the national team pathway," said US sporting director Matt Crocker.

"During his time with the under-19s, Marko was instrumental in guiding our rising talents and we’re looking forward to him now leading our under-23 men’s national team as this age group provides these players with an incredible opportunity to continue their development by facing elite opposition on the world stage and competing for an Olympic world title.

"We’re also confident that Michael is ready to lead our under-19 age group, a critical level for our young players aiming to take the next step in their careers for club and country."