‌‎Manchester United are reportedly preparing to appoint Mauricio Pochettino if the club decides to replace Michael Carrick, according to The Athletic. The 54-year-old, who is currently the United States head coach, is described as a leading candidate, and reports say United are working on terms with his camp. U.S. Soccer has reportedly not yet been contacted, though the move is expected to be straightforward if United go ahead.
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‎Pochettino signed a four-year extension with the USMNT in August after the team reached the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. His contract reportedly includes a buyout clause of around $10 million, and United would also have to pay to take his long-time assistants with him. The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager would be coming in to fix a United side that sits 18th in the Premier League on 8 points. The club has not officially confirmed Carrick's sacking.
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‎Is Pochettino the right person for the job?