Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as Manchester United head coach from 18 November, the club have announced.

The former Tottenham boss broke down in tears when talking about decision to leave US job.

The former Tottenham boss broke down in tears when talking about decision to leave US job.

Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi New Delhi, Nov 13: Former Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has penned an emotional farewell message to the club's supporters, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support despite his departure following a disappointing start to the 2026-27 Premier League season. C.....

Manchester United confirmed the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach of the first team on Friday, November 13. Pochettino will start his work at United after completing his formalities with the US national team.

Nov 13 : Mauricio Pochettino will leave his post as US national team coach to take over at Manchester United, the two sides announced on Friday, with the Argentine replacing Michael Carrick as the Premier League club sits in the relegation zone.Pochettino will lead the United States in their upcoming quarter-

Mauricio Pochettino will leave his post as US national team coach to take over at Manchester United, the two sides announced on Friday (Nov 13), with the Argentine replacing Michael Carrick as the Premier Leagu

Nov 13 : Manchester United appointed Argentine Mauricio Pochettino as head coach on Friday after sacking Michael Carrick, with the Premier League giants in the relegation zone after their worst start to a league campaign in four decades.Pochettino will lead the United States soccer team in their upcoming matc

Michael Carrick has sent an emotional message to Manchester United supporters, thanking them for standing by him despite the club's struggles and insisting their love and backing meant more to him than "a win or two".

The former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager replaces Carrick, whose departure was confirmed on Thursday after a meeting involving United executives in Monaco.

Fernandes took to his Instagram Story after United confirmed Carrick's departure on Thursday, sharing a photograph of himself shaking hands with the former manager.

Naturally, that raised the question: Why would Pochettino sign a new deal with U.S. Soccer if he wanted to coach in the Premier League again?

Carrick has been replaced as head coach by Mauricio Pochettino, whose appointment was confirmed on Friday.