Overview
- Manchester United confirmed the appointment on Friday, November 13, after dismissing Michael Carrick and agreeing a two-and-a-half year deal reported to run to mid-2029.
- Reports say United agreed a compensation payment to U.S. Soccer of roughly $10 million, though some outlets give different figures for the release fee.
- Pochettino will remain with the U.S. national team to fulfil two CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal matches versus Haiti on 14 and 17 November before joining Old Trafford.
- His first match as United coach is scheduled for 22 November at Liverpool, and he inherits a squad 18th in the Premier League with one win from ten games and clear tactical and confidence problems.
- The Argentine arrives with a strong club and international CV—35 games and a World Cup Round of 16 with the U.S.—and faces immediate tasks of restoring identity, stabilising key players and preparing January transfer priorities.