Manchester United appoints new manager mid-season
Manchester United has appointed Mauricio Pochettino as its new manager after activating a $10 million release clause in his contract with the US national team. Pochettino signed a two-and-a-half-year deal and will make his debut against Liverpool on November 22.
Manchester United today (Friday) appointed Mauricio Pochettino as its new manager, after firing Michael Carrick. Pochettino will leave his role as head coach of the United States national team after United activated the $10 million release clause in his contract. He signed a contract for two and a half years, until the end of the 2028/29 season. Pochettino will remain with the US national team for the Nations League quarterfinal matches against Haiti before making his debut at Liverpool's Anfield on November 22. His current staff, including his longtime assistant Jesus Perez, is expected to join him. The article includes analysis from The Athletic on Pochettino's style, emphasizing player development, patient play, and brave ball movement. Despite his desire to coach the club, Pochettino has not achieved significant titles, except for a league championship and cup with PSG.