Pochettino ready to replace Carrick as Manchester United open talks

Manchester United have opened talks with United States coach Mauricio Pochettino over replacing Michael Carrick, whose future remains uncertain following a disappointing Premier League start that has left the club in the relegation zone.

Manchester United have opened talks with United States national team coach Mauricio Pochettino about replacing Michael Carrick, whose future remains uncertain following the club’s poor Premier League start.

According to THE PUNCH, Pochettino is interested in returning to England, with United considering dismissing Carrick this week. Yahoo Sports

Chief executive Omar Berrada, football director Jason Wilcox and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe are scheduled to discuss Carrick’s future in Monaco on Wednesday.

Pochettino, 54, renewed his United States contract in August and reportedly has a $10 million release clause.

The Argentine faces a complicated decision, with his national team preparing for Concacaf Nations League matches against Haiti.

United currently sit 18th in the Premier League after winning just one of their opening 10 matches.

The club previously considered appointing Pochettino in 2018, 2022 and 2024.

Despite ongoing discussions, United have not officially announced Carrick’s departure or confirmed an agreement with Pochettino, leaving the managerial situation unresolved.