Why is Pochettino the favourite to replace Carrick at Manchester United?
Summary
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly the leading candidate to replace Michael Carrick at Manchester United if Carrick’s departure is confirmed. United are 18th after winning one of their first 10 league matches, and Pochettino would take charge ahead of a November 22 match at Liverpool.Key Facts
- Manchester United are in the Premier League relegation zone, one point from the bottom in 18th place.
- United have won one of their opening 10 league matches; the article says that win came against Ipswich in August.
- The article describes this as United’s worst start to a season in 30 years.
- Pochettino’s release from an extended contract as United States head coach has reportedly been arranged, while Carrick remains officially in position.
- If appointed, Pochettino would be United’s eighth permanent manager since Alex Ferguson left in May 2013.
- Pochettino led Tottenham to the Champions League final in 2019, where they lost 2-0 to Liverpool.
- He won a league title with Paris Saint-Germain before leaving the club in July 2022.
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