Mauricio Pochettino becomes major candidate to replace Michael Carrick as Man United manager

Mauricio Pochettino, currently the United States national team head coach under contract until the 2030 World Cup, has emerged as a major candidate to replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager. United are currently positioned inside the relegation zone, prompting speculation over a managerial change. Pochettino, formerly in charge of Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea, is among those being considered to take over at the club.