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Manchester United has signed Argentinian coach Mauricio Pochettino to lead the men’s team for the 2026-27 season, following an agreement with the U.S. Soccer Federation.
Mauricio Pochettino replaces Michael Carrick as Manchester United’s new manager. (Picture Credit: AP)
Manchester United have confirmed they have signed Argentinian coach Mauricio Pochettino to take over the men’s team in the ongoing 2026-27 season. After the Premier League giants triggered his release clause with the United States Soccer Federation, Pochettino and his entire staff will reach Old Trafford after seeing through the USA’s two games against Haiti. He will reportedly sign a 2.5-year contract.
Pochettino will replace club legend Michael Carrick, who was sacked after his side’s 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at home, which left United reeling in the PL relegation zone, boasting only one win from ten matches.
“The club has reached an agreement with the U.S. Soccer Federation for Mauricio and his staff to be released after the conclusion of their responsibilities with the U.S. Men’s National Team,” United said in a statement.
United first wanted to sign Pochettino ten years ago, with the 54-year-old said to be one of the preffered choices of the legendary Alex Ferguson.
“The Argentinian is renowned for his high-intensity, attacking style of football, his dedication to building strong, cohesive teams and his outstanding record of developing individual players. Pochettino has consistently performed at the highest level of football across multiple leagues. He began his coaching career with Espanyol in 2009 before joining Southampton and achieving a club-record Premier League points tally in 2014,” the club said.
“During five full seasons at Tottenham Hotspur, Pochettino established the club as regular UEFA Champions League contenders, securing qualification in four consecutive seasons and leading the club to its first final in the competition in 2019,” it added.
Pochettino has also coaches PSG and Chelsea, before his recent job at USMNT, where he took them to Round of 16.
Pochettino is the 12th manager to take over United, including interim leaders, since Ferguson’s retirement in 2013.
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