Manchester United are close to officially appointing Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager, following the sacking of Michael Carrick. The club is expected to announce the decision soon, with Pochettino set to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract. Carrick was dismissed after leading the team into the relegation zone.
Pochettino has reportedly agreed to the deal, with Manchester United set to pay a R167m buyout clause to release him from his USMNT contract. The appointment comes after Carrick was sacked on Thursday, marking the end of his tenure as manager.
The new manager is expected to bring a different tactical approach compared to Carrick, with reports suggesting he will demand a specific style of play from his players. Pochettino has also been linked with several players, including Marcus Rashford, who may be part of his future plans.
Carrick, who played for Manchester United for over a decade, was emotional during his farewell. He was sacked in what has been described as farcical circumstances, with the club struggling to avoid relegation. The decision to replace him has been met with mixed reactions from players, with some expressing surprise and others showing support for the new direction.
The club’s search for a new manager has been ongoing, with Pochettino emerging as the preferred choice. His appointment is seen as a significant step in the club’s strategy to improve its performance in the Premier League. The details of his contract and the full list of players he may target remain under discussion.
