EPL: Pochettino ready to take over as Man United manager — Report

Manchester United has opened talks with Mauricio Pochettino regarding the possibility of him becoming the club's next head coach. The Argentine manager is reportedly ready to accept an offer to replace Michael Carrick, who is expected to be relieved of his duties within the next 48 hours. According to the Winnipeg Free Press, United is working on a potential deal for the current U.S. men’s team coach to replace Carrick following a dismal start to the season.

Pochettino, 54, is keen on the role but intends to wait for an official approach from the club to maintain a respectful relationship with the United States Soccer Federation. Reports from Punch, Gulf News, and Adom Online indicate that United would need to pay $10 million (£7.5 million) to release him from the contract he signed in August. The timing of a potential move is complicated by the USA's upcoming two-legged Concacaf Nations League quarter-final against Haiti.

Pochettino has previously been considered for the Manchester United position on three occasions. Adom Online notes these instances occurred following the departures of Jose Mourinho in 2018, Erik ten Hag in 2024, and in 2022 before the appointment of ten Hag. His previous Premier League management includes stints at Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, and Chelsea.

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