Manchester United are preparing for a major decision on Michael Carrick’s future, with the club now expected to move ahead with plans to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as their next head coach.
United’s top officials are expected to hold a crucial meeting in Monaco on Wednesday, November 11, to discuss the club’s poor start to the season and decide Carrick’s future.
Chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are expected to recommend that Carrick be dismissed. The meeting will also involve minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who has control over the club’s sporting decisions.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United are already making progress in their efforts to bring Pochettino to Old Trafford.
The Argentine manager is currently in charge of the United States men’s national team, but he is reportedly interested in returning to the Premier League.
The former Tottenham, Southampton and Chelsea manager has emerged as United’s leading candidate to replace Carrick.
Reports indicate that United have also started discussions with Pochettino’s representatives over personal terms as they work towards an agreement with the 54-year-old.
One major advantage for Manchester United is that Pochettino’s contract with the United States contains a release clause worth approximately $10 million (£7.5 million).
This means United can negotiate his departure without having to wait until his contract expires in 2030.
However, the total cost could increase if Pochettino wants to bring his trusted backroom staff, including long-time assistant Jesús Pérez, to Old Trafford.
Pochettino recently signed a new contract with the United States of America in August after leading the national team to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
Despite that commitment, he is understood to be open to the opportunity of managing Manchester United who are already pushing to finalize everything on the move.
Carrick’s position has become increasingly difficult following United’s poor results. The club currently sit 18th in the Premier League table after winning just one of their opening 10 league matches.
Their recent 4-4 draw against Aston Villa was another disappointing result, leaving the club in serious danger of a relegation battle.
United now appear ready to make a decision, with Mauricio Pochettino emerging as the leading option to take charge of the team.
Although no official announcement has been made, the coming hours could be important in determining the future of both Carrick and Manchester United.
A sack is expected to happen while the United States of America national team coach would be appointed as the new manager at Old Trafford before the end of today.
