Pochettino leaves US role to become Manchester United manager

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Nov, 13:02 · Archive

Manchester United have appointed Mauricio Pochettino as head coach after sacking Michael Carrick.

Manchester United have appointed Mauricio Pochettino as head coach following the sacking of Michael Carrick. Pochettino, 54, left his role as coach of the United States Men's National Team three months after signing a contract to lead them through the 2030 World Cup. He will complete his US responsibilities with upcoming matches against Haiti before joining United.

United are 18th in the Premier League after one win, five draws and four losses from ten matches, their worst league start in four decades. Pochettino will take over ahead of United's match against Liverpool on 22 November, becoming the club's eighth permanent manager or coach since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013. Pochettino previously managed Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea in the Premier League, and won the French title with Paris Saint Germain.

United have not won the league since 2013 and have fallen behind Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal. The club reached an agreement with the US Soccer Federation to release Pochettino and his staff from their remaining responsibilities.

How it is being reported

• Pochettino quits US to take reins of troubled Man UtdAiling Manchester United have signed the manager they hope will revive their fortunes after they successfully head-hunted US coach Mauricio Pochettino.Perth Now · 13 Nov, 12:31
• Pochettino quits US to take reins of troubled Man UtdAiling Manchester United have signed the manager they hope will revive their fortunes after they successfully head-hunted US coach Mauricio Pochettino.The West Australian · 13 Nov, 12:31

In this story: Mauricio Pochettino · Manchester United · Michael Carrick · United States Men's National Team · Liverpool · Alex Ferguson

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