Pochettino to Become Manchester United Head Coach Until 2029

Mauricio Pochettino is poised to become the new head coach of Manchester United after agreeing to a two-and-a-half-year contract to succeed Michael Carrick. Following Carrick's dismissal along with his coaching staff on Thursday morning, Pochettino emerged as the club's preferred candidate.

Manchester United is reportedly willing to pay approximately $10 million to secure Pochettino's release from his current role with the United States men’s national team. The agreement is pending completion, with Pochettino expected to sign a deal that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2029.

An announcement regarding his appointment could come as early as Friday, although he will continue to lead the United States in their upcoming Concacaf Nations League quarter-final matches against Haiti. Pochettino faces a significant rebuilding task, as Manchester United currently sits 18th in the Premier League table after 10 matches, necessitating urgent changes in the January transfer window according to former United midfielder Nicky Butt.