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Mauricio Pochettino manager of Chelsea   during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Chelsea at Bramall Lane, Sheffield, England on 7 April 2024.
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Manchester United close in on Poch deal

Manchester United are close to agreeing a deal with US national team Mauricio Pochettino, The1878 understands. WAYNE BARTON gets to the heart of this breaking news story.

11.11.26, 11:24 3 Minute Read

Manchester United are close to agreeing a deal with US national team Mauricio Pochettino, The1878 understands.  

While the club are yet to formally announce the termination of the contract of the current head coach, Michael Carrick, they have been locked in discussions with Pochettino’s representatives and also the US federation in order to move swiftly.  

Personal terms are not thought to have been an issue. Pochettino has long made it clear that his ambition is to manage Manchester United, and the release clause included in his contract with the US reflected his desire to make such a move if it ever materialised.  

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Wayne Barton

Wayne Barton

Chief Manchester United Correspondent

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