Manchester United have appointed Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach after reaching an agreement with the Argentine manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

The former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea boss will take charge at Old Trafford following Michael Carrick's dismissal, with the club looking to revive a struggling Premier League campaign.

When will Mauricio Pochettino join Man United?

Pochettino, currently in charge of the United States men's national team, is expected to leave his international role to return to English football. The agreement reportedly includes a compensation package of around £7 million, which Manchester United will pay to secure his services.

The 54-year-old's appointment was formally announced by Man United amid his role with the United States in their CONCACAF Nations League quarter-final fixtures against Haiti. He is scheduled to arrive in Manchester on November 18 and conduct his first training session the following day.

"Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to become the Manchester United men's head coach from 18 November. The club has reached an agreement with the U.S. Soccer Federation for Mauricio and his staff to be released after the conclusion of their responsibilities with the U.S. Men's National Team," a statement from Man United wrote.

Pochettino's first assignment could be a challenging one, with Manchester United scheduled to face arch-rivals Liverpool at Anfield on November 22.

Why Did Manchester United Sack Michael Carrick?

United decided to part ways with Carrick following an underwhelming start to the 2026-27 season. The Red Devils managed just one victory in their opening 10 Premier League matches, leaving them 18th in the standings and inside the relegation zone.

Carrick had initially impressed after taking charge in January, guiding United to a third-place finish last season and securing Champions League qualification. However, the recent downturn in results forced the club's hierarchy to make a managerial change.

Pochettino previously managed Tottenham, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, building a reputation for developing young players and implementing an energetic style of football. The Argentine will be another high-profile appointment for the Red Devils.

Story first published: Friday, November 13, 2026, 17:39 [IST]

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