Mauricio Pochettino Open to Manchester United Head Coach Role

Mauricio Pochettino is interested in joining Manchester United as the club considers sacking Michael Carrick following a start of just one win in 10 games.

Mauricio Pochettino is open to returning to the Premier League to manage Manchester United as the club sits in the relegation zone following its worst-ever start to a season. Current manager Michael Carrick faces dismissal after securing only one win in 10 matches, though he continued to lead training sessions on Tuesday. ESPN sources indicate the United hierarchy now views the 54-year-old Argentine as the favored candidate to replace the former England midfielder.

Pochettino is currently under contract with U.S. Soccer until 2030, having signed a four-year extension in August after leading the USMNT to the World Cup round of 16. However, his deal includes an escape clause allowing him to negotiate with major European clubs if a $10 million release fee is triggered. The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager still maintains a family residence in London and has been considered for the Old Trafford vacancy three times previously, in 2016, 2019, and 2024.

United executives and Sir Jim Ratcliffe are meeting to discuss the future of the coaching staff. While a formal approach has not yet been confirmed, Pochettino is scheduled to oversee the U.S. national team in a Concacaf Nations League quarterfinal playoff against Haiti this Saturday in Miami. It remains unclear if United will move to trigger the release clause before that international fixture takes place.