Mauricio Pochettino could swap the USMNT for Man Utd’s familiar chaos. GOAL’s writers debate his legacy, his chances of reviving United and who should lead the U.S. next.
Pep Guardiola is set to be the United States' top target to replace Mauricio Pochettino, with the Argentine closing in on the Manchester United job. The former Manchester City boss came close to taking charge of Italy in the summer and has long been intrigued by working in America, having previously described the USA as "fascinating" for building a long-term project.
Peter Schmeichel has accused Manchester United of treating Michael Carrick with disrespect as the under-fire manager continues to take training while the club line up Mauricio Pochettino as his replacement. The Red Devils legend insists Carrick is not to blame for United's slump and says the board should either back him or end his painful ordeal now.
Thomas Tuchel has made it clear he will not be going anywhere before Euro 2028, revealing he did not insert a release clause when he extended his England contract this year. The former Chelsea boss admitted he misses the daily grind of club football, but insisted there is "unfinished business" with his country and even left the door open to staying on beyond the tournament.
Manchester United are hopeful Marcus Rashford will be fit for their trip to Liverpool a week on Sunday after the forward began a new treatment programme on a groin problem. The 29-year-old has missed United's last six games, but a visit to a specialist in Dublin has given the club fresh optimism ahead of a clash against the rivals he has so often hurt.