Pochettino Takes Manchester United Job After Carrick Sacked
Argentine coach Mauricio Pochettino will lead Manchester United from November 18, replacing Michael Carrick after the club's worst Premier League start.
Following Michael Carrick's dismissal on Thursday, Manchester United has named Mauricio Pochettino to the role of head coach. The 54-year-old Argentine tactician, whose most recent position involved leading the United States national team, will begin work on November 18 once he concludes his obligations with the Americans.
To facilitate this appointment, United reached a settlement with US Soccer Federation, reportedly committing approximately ten million dollars to secure his release. Carrick's exit stems from Manchester United's historically poor start to the Premier League campaign.
Just eight points from their opening ten fixtures placed the squad in relegation territory. Though Carrick had steered United to third place in the previous season, he could not reverse the sharp decline that unfolded in the current term.
In remarks to the fanbase marked by emotion, the ex-United skipper expressed his appreciation to those supporters and reflected upon the privilege of overseeing a club so dear to him. Pochettino brings substantial managerial pedigree, having directed six separate clubs and presided over 685 total matches while collecting three major honours.
His approach emphasizes intense, offensive football combined with squad development expertise. United's hierarchy has made this recruitment a priority in their attempt to restore the club's competitive standing.
Multiple outlets confirm that Pochettino has signed a contract lasting two-and-a-half years, binding him to Old Trafford through 2029. This arrangement succeeds Carrick's time as United pursues recovery from their current position, ranked 18th in the Premier League standings.
