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Pochettino to leave US team and take charge of struggling Man United

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The former Southampton, Chelsea, and Tottenham manager has reportedly agreed to a contract running through 2029 to take the helm at Old Trafford. Before formally beginning his club duties on Nov 18, he will complete his international obligations during the CONCACAF Nations League quarter-finals against Haiti. He inherits an underperforming squad that has secured only one victory and eight points from its first 10 domestic fixtures.

Key points

  • Michael Carrick exited the English club following a 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth a…: Michael Carrick exited the English club following a 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth and a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa.
  • The incoming Argentine coach will conclude his duties with the United States national tea…: The incoming Argentine coach will conclude his duties with the United States national team during the CONCACAF Nations League quarter-finals against Haiti.
  • Manchester United currently sits 18th in the Premier League table after suffering its wor…: Manchester United currently sits 18th in the Premier League table after suffering its worst season start in four decades.

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Mauricio Pochettino will leave his post as US national team coach to take over at Manchester United, the two sides announced on Friday (Nov 13), with the Argentine replacing Michael Carrick as the Premier League club sits in the relegation zone.

Pochettino will lead the United States in their upcoming quarter-final legs against Haiti in the CONCACAF Nations League before joining Manchester United, US Soccer said.

"The club has reached an agreement with the US Soccer Federation for Mauricio and his staff to be released after the conclusion of their responsibilities with the US Men's National Team," United said in a statement.

United said Pochettino would take charge from Nov 18, with British media reporting he had signed a contract until 2029.

His first match in charge will be an acid test against rivals Liverpool at Anfield on Nov 22.

The 54-year-old arrives at Old Trafford with United having earned one win and eight points from 10 Premier League games. They are 18th in the standings, one point above bottom side Crystal Palace.

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