Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the leading candidate to become Manchester United‘s next manager as the club reportedly considers parting ways with Michael Carrick following a poor start to the Premier League season.
ESPN reported on Monday that the United States men’s national team coach is the leading contender for the position as the Red Devils struggle in the league.
United are reportedly considering dismissing Carrick after Sunday’s 4-4 draw against Aston Villa left the club 18th in the Premier League table.
The result extended their winless league run to eight matches, comprising three defeats and five draws, since August 30.
With just one victory and eight points from their opening 10 matches, United have recorded their worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign.
Pochettino’s previous experience in English football is understood to make him an attractive candidate for the job.
The 54-year-old Argentine previously managed Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea, as well as French giants Paris Saint-Germain, before taking charge of the US men’s national team in 2024.
He guided the United States to the round of 16 at the World Cup, earning an August contract extension that will keep him in the role until 2030.
Despite his commitment to the national team, Pochettino has reportedly become United’s preferred option as the club weighs its managerial alternatives.
ESPN also reported that United’s hierarchy is considering former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe, former Ipswich Town coach Kieran McKenna and former Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann.
Nagelsmann left his position following Germany’s elimination in the round of 32 at the World Cup in July.
However, Pochettino’s experience managing top European clubs, particularly his previous spells in the Premier League, could strengthen his case as United search for a manager capable of restoring the club’s fortunes.
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