Manchester United have appointed Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach, the club confirmed in an official statement on Friday. The Argentine manager succeeds Michael Carrick, who was dismissed earlier this season following a string of disappointing performances.
Pochettino to leave USMNT role
Pochettino, 54, currently serves as head coach of the United States men's national team. Manchester United have triggered a release clause reportedly worth over €10 million to secure his services. According to the club's statement, Pochettino will officially assume his duties from Wednesday, November 18.The United States Soccer Federation has also confirmed the development. In a statement, the federation said, "Mauricio Pochettino will step down as head coach of the US men's national team following the conclusion of the current camp. He will then take up the role of head coach at Manchester United."
End of Carrick era, start of a new chapter
Michael Carrick had faced mounting criticism over the team's performances since the start of the season. Following a series of poor results, the club's hierarchy decided to part ways with him and began the search for a permanent replacement, ultimately settling on Pochettino.Pochettino has previously managed top European clubs including Tottenham Hotspur and Paris Saint-Germain. He now returns to the Premier League mid-season after leaving his post with the United States. He is expected to complete his commitments with the USMNT, including the CONCACAF Nations League matches against Haiti on November 14 and 17, before joining Manchester United.
