Manchester United, Mauricio Pochettino, Michael Carrick and US Soccer
13 November 2026
Manchester United have officially appointed Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach, replacing the dismissed Michael Carrick. The Argentine has agreed a contract running until June 2029 and is scheduled to begin work at the club on 18 November.
United agreed to activate a reported $10 million release clause in his United States national team contract. Pochettino will oversee two final games against Haiti before departing, while Steve Cherundolo will lead the American squad at its December camp.
Why It Matters
United have moved from managerial talks to a confirmed appointment, while US Soccer must find a permanent replacement ahead of its next international cycle.