According to a report by London Evening Standard on Tuesday November 10, 2026, Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed Manchester United’s interest in appointing him, as the club considers its managerial options amid uncertainty surrounding Michael Carrick’s future.

The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager has spoken openly about the Red Devils’ attention and could emerge as a candidate if they make a change at Old Trafford.

United are reportedly preparing to part ways with Carrick after a difficult Premier League campaign. The team have managed just one victory in their opening 10 matches and remain in the relegation zone. Comeback performances against Roma and Aston Villa have offered encouragement, but have not eased the pressure. A final decision could be delayed until Thursday.

Pochettino has been linked with the United job for several years. Their interest reportedly dates back to 2016, when he was managing Tottenham and had dinner with United manager Sir Alex Ferguson. In May, the Argentine confirmed that the club’s interest was genuine in an interview with FourFourTwo.

“United have always shown interest. But the ideal scenario to manage there has never quite materialised,” he said.

Pochettino clarified that his meeting with Ferguson was not a job interview. He explained that Ferguson had requested his phone number after praising Southampton’s performance against United, leading to lunch between the two coaches.

The Argentine was interviewed for the Old Trafford position in 2018, but United eventually appointed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. He was linked with the vacancy again in 2022 while managing Paris Saint-Germain, although his contract prevented negotiations.

Pochettino has since expressed his desire to return to the Premier League. However, a move to United could be complicated by his commitment to the United States national team. He signed a new contract in August after agreeing to lead the country through its home World Cup, potentially creating a compensation issue for the Red Devils.