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Mauricio Pochettino has been given a “mob” warning and “deadwood” transfer advice ahead of taking over as Manchester United manager, with Paul Parker explaining to GOAL when the Argentine tactician will be judged. The former Chelsea and Tottenham boss is set to take in two more games as head coach of the USMNT before picking up reins at Old Trafford that have been prised from the hands of Michael Carrick.

Jamie Carragher has offered a scathing assessment of Michael Carrick’s tenure at Manchester United, insisting he feels no sympathy for the recently dismissed coach. The Red Devils confirmed Carrick's departure on Thursday after a dismal run of form left the club languishing in the Premier League relegation zone.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has voiced his support for Mauricio Pochettino as the club’s next manager, though he admitted a lingering fear that the Red Devils have missed the Argentine's prime. The search for a new leader at Old Trafford has intensified following the dismissal of Michael Carrick, who oversaw the club's worst domestic start in four decades.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has turned down an improved second contract offer as negotiations over his future at Old Trafford hit a stumbling block. The 32-year-old midfielder remains unsatisfied with the proposed salary and deal length after also rejecting an initial offer over the summer.