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Mauricio Pochettino’s release clause and the four managers battling for Man Utd job

Mauricio Pochettino is among the leading candidates to become the next Manchester United manager if Michael Carrick is sacked…

By Matt Maltby · Football London

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 8:47 AM

Key Things to Know

Mauricio Pochettino reportedly has a £7.4 million release clause as Manchester United assess four managerial contenders.
Eddie Howe, Julian Nagelsmann, and Antonio Conte are also viewed as potential candidates to replace Michael Carrick.
Manchester United sit 18th in the Premier League after a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa.

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Manchester United are reviewing the position of head coach Michael Carrick during the international break, with the club sitting 18th in the Premier League. Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly linked to the role, with an understood £7.4 million release clause in his contract with the United States national team. Eddie Howe, Julian Nagelsmann, and Antonio Conte are also listed as potential managerial candidates.

Carrick remains determined to stay after a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, despite earlier consideration from club executives Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada regarding a dismissal. United face Liverpool on November 22 following the international hiatus.

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