Mauricio Pochettino leads the bookmakers’ favourites to be named new Man United manager as Michael Carrick faces the sack

Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the bookmakers' favourite to replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United head coach, according to odds from Betfair. Carrick is facing dismissal during the November international break following a poor run that has left United in the relegation zone, despite drawing 4-4 with Aston Villa on Sunday. Eddie Howe, Julian Nagelsmann, and Didier Deschamps are also among the leading contenders on the betting list.

Pochettino is currently the head coach of the United States national team, but his contract reportedly includes a £7 million release clause alongside an exit option for high-profile club roles. Carrick, who received a two-year contract in May, has won only one of 10 Premier League matches this season. United club officials are reportedly preparing to have a new manager in place before their match against Liverpool on November 22.