Manchester United approaches Didier Deschamps amid coaching search
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Manchester United has reportedly contacted Didier Deschamps as part of their search for a new head coach after Michael Carrick. While Deschamps, who recently left the French national team, has an impressive resume, he appears to favor a potential return to Juventus. Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be named the new head coach, with reports suggesting an agreement in principle is already in place. Some United players have expressed a desire for Unai Emery rather than Pochettino, raising questions about internal preferences amidst the coaching transition.
- •United has been considering replacements since October.
- •Deschamps won the World Cup in 2018 and has links to Juventus.
- •Pochettino could replace Carrick with a $12 million compensation package.
- •Some players have voiced their support for Unai Emery over Pochettino.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Man United contacted Didier Deschamps, but French legend wants to join another club
"Michael Carrick is still at Carrington waiting for the club’s hierarchy to formally communicate that he is no longer Manchester United head coach.Meanwhile, United have reportedly been looking to re...
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