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Manchester United have officially confirmed the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach following the dismissal of Michael Carrick. The former Tottenham and Chelsea boss will leave his role with the USMNT to take the reins at Old Trafford later this month.

Mauricio Pochettino has officially been named manager of Manchester United, ending his stint in charge of the U.S. Men's National Team. Pochettino will replace Michael Carrick in charge at Old Trafford as he calls time on his stay in the U.S. after just over two years at the helm, headlined by the 2026 World Cup on home soil.

Antonio Conte would have been a “brilliant” appointment for Manchester United, Paul Parker has told GOAL, with the Red Devils’ board being blamed for overlooking a no-nonsense tactician that they “couldn’t deal with”. Having opted against moving for one former Chelsea and Tottenham boss, another is on his way into Old Trafford - with Mauricio Pochettino preparing to take the reins.

Bruno Fernandes has sent a message to Michael Carrick following the manager's dismissal from Manchester United. Despite a public disagreement over the team's tactical direction in recent weeks, the club captain led the tributes as the Red Devils begin their search for a new permanent head coach to lead the first team.