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Manchester United hires Mauricio Pochettino as new manager on two-and-a-half-year deal

November 13, 2026
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Manchester United hires Mauricio Pochettino as new manager on two-and-a-half-year deal

Pochettino takes charge amid chaotic season

In a significant development for the club, Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new manager following the departure of Michael Carrick, reports BritPanorama.

This change comes after a dismal series of results, including defeats to Bournemouth and Chelsea, with a chaotic 4-4 draw against Aston Villa marking Carrick’s final match in charge.

Pochettino arrives with notable experience in the English top-flight, having previously managed Southampton, Tottenham, and Chelsea. His tenure at Spurs was particularly distinguished, highlighted by a run to the 2019 Champions League final. Additionally, Pochettino enjoyed success in France, winning the Ligue 1 title and Coupe de France with Paris Saint-Germain.

He takes the reins at a club that has recently seen considerable investment, with new signings such as Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko, Carlos Baleba, and Youri Tielemans bolstering the squad.

Pochettino’s management begins with a challenging match away at Anfield against Liverpool on November 22, quickly followed by a Champions League clash against Sporting, and matches against Brentford and Newcastle in the subsequent days.

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