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Mauricio Pochettino takes charge of Manchester United amid Chelsea links

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 10:10 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Mauricio Pochettino takes charge of Manchester United amid Chelsea links

Summary

Mauricio Pochettino is set to be appointed Manchester United manager as Michael Carrick faces dismissal. United's performance has been lacking, and Pochettino, currently the U.S. Men's National Team head coach, previously managed Chelsea for a season. He described Chelsea as 'broken' when he arrived and focused on stabilizing the team. Despite a sixth-place finish in the Premier League and a strong league conclusion, he and Chelsea parted ways due to a mutual decision about their alignment.

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By the Numbers

•Pochettino close to becoming Manchester United manager.
•Carrick likely to be dismissed amid poor team performance.
•Pochettino previously managed Chelsea, finishing sixth in 2023.
•He described Chelsea's situation as 'broken' upon his arrival.
•Pochettino did not wish to extend his contract at Chelsea.

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10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Mauricio Pochettino's thoughts on Chelsea resurface before Man Utd appointment

What they're saying

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U.S. Men's National Team head coach Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly on the verge of returning to the Premier League, where he'll take on, among others, his former side, Chelsea
— Yahoo Sports

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