Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract running until June 2029.
The announcement follows Manchester United's decision to sack Michael Carrick on Thursday, with the club positioned in the Premier League's relegation zone. Pochettino will officially take charge following his international commitments.
Before beginning his new role, Pochettino will manage the United States for their next two matches, both against Haiti. Speaking at an emotional news conference while still with the US squad, the Argentine coach fought back tears and described leaving his international post as "one of the most difficult decisions of his career."
Following Carrick's departure, the former player released a statement saying it had been a "privilege" to lead the "club I love" and that he wants "nothing but success" for them. Meanwhile, Pochettino's arrival comes amid intense fan scrutiny regarding the club's overarching structure and leadership, with sporting director Jason Wilcox and higher-ups also facing criticism over the team's current struggles.
