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Ivory CoastMauricio Pochettino Target For Man United As Michael Carrick Faces Sack
Manchester United are considering Mauricio Pochettino to replace Michael Carrick after falling into the relegation zone.
Pressure Mounts at Old Trafford
Manchester United are preparing to replace manager Michael Carrick after a difficult start to the season. The team has fallen into the Premier League relegation zone, sitting just one point above the bottom of the table.
United have won only once in their first 10 league games. That represents the worst start to a Premier League campaign in the history of the club. Senior leaders are now discussing a change at the top.
Co chairman Joel Glazer, minority owner Jim Ratcliffe, CEO Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are reviewing the situation. They feel results and performances require immediate action.
Pochettino Favoured to Take Over
United States manager Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the top candidate to replace Carrick. The 54 year old manager previously coached Tottenham, Chelsea and Paris Saint Germain. He has interviewed for the job at Old Trafford on three previous occasions.
Pochettino extended his contract with the United States Soccer Federation until 2030 in August. That deal followed his success in leading the United States to the Round of 16 at the World Cup this summer.
Reports indicate Pochettino has an escape clause in his national team contract. That clause would prevent United from having to pay a large compensation fee. Club leaders believe his experience in English football gives him the right personality to pull the team out of danger.
Alternative Options and What Comes Next
Other managers are also under consideration by the club hierarchy. Former Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is admired by senior figures. Julian Nagelsmann, who is currently out of work, is another option. Kieran McKenna, who was interviewed for the role in 2024, also has supporters inside the club.
Carrick signed a contract for two years in the summer after leading United into Champions League qualification as interim manager from January. His only previous managerial role was at Middlesbrough.
The club gave the 45 year old time to turn things around last month, but United have won just one of four games since then. Manchester United return to action against Liverpool at Anfield on Nov. 22.
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