Manchester United reportedly preparing to appoint Pochettino if Carrick dismissed

Manchester United reportedly preparing to appoint Pochettino if Carrick dismissed

Sky Sports reported that Manchester United officials are preparing to decide Michael Carrick's future at a meeting in Monaco and have reached an agreement in principle with U. S. men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino to become head coach should Carrick be dismissed.

Earlier reports said the club was close to hiring Pochettino pending Carrick's exit (Yahoo Sports). The Guardian noted that Pochettino, who is USMNT coach, is linked to the job and has a release clause of about $10 million. BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty said Pochettino is likely to be appointed after Carrick's expected dismissal.

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November 11, 2026
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Manchester United in talks to appoint Mauricio Pochettino if Michael Carrick dismissed
Manchester United in talks to appoint Mauricio Pochettino if Michael Carrick dismissed

Sky Sports • 11 Nov 15:03

Manchester United officials are preparing to decide Michael Carrick's future at a Monaco meeting, with an agreement in principle reached with Mauricio Pochettino to become head coach should Carrick be removed.

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Manchester United Nears Deal for Mauricio Pochettino After Potential Carrick Departure
Manchester United Nears Deal for Mauricio Pochettino After Potential Carrick Departure

Yahoo Sports • 11 Nov 13:29

Manchester United is reportedly close to hiring USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino, pending the dismissal of current manager Michael Carrick.

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Pochettino poised to become Manchester United manager after Carrick's pending exit
Pochettino poised to become Manchester United manager after Carrick's pending exit

BBC • 11 Nov 12:58

Chief football writer Phil McNulty notes that Mauricio Pochettino is likely to be appointed Manchester United manager following Michael Carrick's expected dismissal.

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Manchester United explore appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as head coach
Manchester United explore appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as head coach

Goal.com • 11 Nov 08:09

Manchester United are reported to be evaluating former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino as a replacement for interim coach Michael Carrick.

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November 10, 2026
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Pochettino Linked to Manchester United Amid USMNT Tenure
Pochettino Linked to Manchester United Amid USMNT Tenure

The Guardian • 10 Nov 16:33

US men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly interested in moving to Manchester United, with a release clause of around $10 million.

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