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Former Saints boss Pochettino reportedly closing in on Premier League return

Former Southampton manager Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly closing in on a return to the Premier League to take over at Manchester United.

By Dan Hargraves · Daily Echo

Published: Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 9:52 AM

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Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly closing in on becoming the next manager of Manchester United.
Manchester United officially dismissed manager Michael Carrick after dropping into the Premier League relegation zone.
United reportedly must pay a $10 million buyout to release Pochettino from his USMNT contract.

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Former Southampton, Tottenham, and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly closing in on a return to the Premier League to take charge of Manchester United. The club officially confirmed the dismissal of manager Michael Carrick following a difficult run of form that left the Red Devils in the Premier League relegation zone with only three wins from 15 matches across all competitions.

Pochettino currently serves as the head coach of the United States national team and is under contract through 2030. To complete the hiring, Manchester United will reportedly need to pay the USMNT a buyout clause estimated around $10 million (£7.4 million).

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