BREAKING: Manchester United and Mauricio Pochettino reach an agreement in principle!
Manchester United are on the verge of a dramatic managerial change! The Red Devils have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with Mauricio Pochettino, bringing the Argentine a significant step closer to taking charge at Old Trafford. With Michael Carrick's future hanging in the balance, a major announcement could now be approaching.
Details: On November 11, The Touchline reported, citing Fabrizio Romano, that Manchester United and Pochettino had agreed terms in principle. Sky Sports News also confirmed that a verbal agreement had been reached for the 54-year-old to become the club's next manager if Carrick is dismissed. However, the appointment has not been officially completed, and United must still make a final decision regarding their current head coach.
The breakthrough comes amid an increasingly difficult situation for Carrick. Manchester United have failed to win any of their last eight Premier League matches and sit in the relegation zone. Chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are expected to discuss the manager's future with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, whose approval would pave the way for a change.
Pochettino currently manages the United States national team and recently extended his contract until 2030. According to Sky Sports, Manchester United would need to pay approximately £7 million to release him from that agreement. The Argentine is understood to be enthusiastic about returning to the Premier League, having previously managed Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea.
The timing could hardly be more dramatic. United are scheduled to face Liverpool on November 22, potentially giving Pochettino an extraordinary first Premier League assignment if the appointment is completed quickly. Nevertheless, Carrick remains in charge for now, and neither Manchester United nor US Soccer has officially announced a managerial change. The reported agreement represents a major breakthrough, but the final formalities remain.
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Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
