Manchester United’s managerial situation has once again taken center stage, with reports suggesting that Mauricio Pochettino is open to discussions over a move to Old Trafford if the club decides to make an approach.
USA manager Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly open to talks regarding a managerial role at Manchester United, provided that he is approached by the Premier League club as doubts loom over Michael Carrick’s future.
Carrick’s role at Man United is under intense scrutiny as the club faces a relegation threat for the first time in 40 years as they enter their final international break of the year.
United is currently 18th in the Premier League standings after a hard-fought battle against Aston Villa ended in a 4-4 stalemate.
Pochettino open to join
According to Sky Sports, Pochettino is open to talks with Manchester United about the managerial position, and the decision is up to the club management.
United CEO Omar Berrada and Director of Football Jason Wilcox will meet minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Wednesday to examine the ongoing season, but it is also understood that no final decision has been made on Carrick’s future.
It is worth pointing out that bringing Pochettino would burn a hole in United’s pockets, as the cost of buying him out of his ongoing USA contract is £7 million. He extended his gig with the USA men’s national football team to 2030 following a strong run to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup.
More from Football NewsPochettino and USMNT are currently gearing up to face Haiti in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals.
Carrick in deep sludge of problems
Carrick has failed to deliver up to expectations after being promoted as manager, as the Red Devils won just three matches across all competitions. Man United locked in his permanent services with a two-year deal after a brief stint as interim manager following Ruben Amorim’s sacking.
He was initially given time to improve United’s performances after losing to Bournemouth 0-3 last month, but they have only sealed a win over Roma.
United are set to travel to Anfield to face Liverpool on November 22, and they will aim to hit the reset button and salvage a turnaround to escape the relegation threat.