Man Utd Agree Deal With Pochettino As Carrick Faces Sack

Manchester United have reached an agreement in principle with Mauricio Pochettino to become the club’s next head coach should they decide to sack Michael Carrick.

Carrick took charge of training at the club’s Carrington training ground on Wednesday, even as United moved closer to securing Pochettino as a potential replacement.

However, some details are still being finalised with the Argentine’s representatives, while discussions with the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) are expected to intensify over his possible release from his current contract.

Pochettino, who is currently in charge of the United States national team, reportedly has a £7 million release clause in his contract, but the financial requirement is not considered a major obstacle for United.

The main challenge is agreeing on the timing of his departure, with the former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager scheduled to lead the United States in two matches against Haiti on Saturday and Wednesday.

Sources indicate that Pochettino is ready to take over at Old Trafford once the outstanding logistical issues are resolved, should United make the expected decision to part ways with Carrick.

Meanwhile, US Soccer confirmed that a planned media session with players on Wednesday had been cancelled in observance of Veterans Day.

The cancellation also prevented the possibility of players being questioned about reports linking their manager with a return to club football.

Although no final decision has been announced, United’s move to secure an agreement with Pochettino suggests that the club are preparing for a possible change in leadership.