Pochettino Appointed Manchester United Manager

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Mauricio Pochettino takes USMNT training | Credit: Getty Images

Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as their new men’s head coach, with the Argentine scheduled to officially take charge on 18 November.

The Premier League club has reached an agreement with the United States Soccer Federation to secure Pochettino’s and his coaching staff’s release after they complete their duties with the U.S. Men’s National Team.

The appointment marks Pochettino’s return to English football, where he previously managed Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea.

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Known for his high-intensity, attacking football and commitment to developing young players, the Argentine brings extensive managerial experience across Europe’s leading leagues.

Pochettino began his coaching career at Spanish club Espanyol in 2009 before moving to Southampton, where he guided the Saints to a then club-record Premier League points tally in 2014.

His reputation grew significantly at Tottenham Hotspur, where he transformed the North London club into regular contenders for major honours.

Mauricio Pochettino, Head Coach of the United States, celebrates victory after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on July 01, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Charlotte Wilson / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
Across five full seasons, he secured four consecutive UEFA Champions League qualifications and guided Tottenham to their first Champions League final in 2019, where they lost to Liverpool.

Pochettino subsequently joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021, winning the Ligue 1 title, Coupe de France and Trophée des Champions during his time in the French capital.

He returned to the Premier League with Chelsea in 2023 before taking charge of the United States national team, whom he guided to the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

His arrival at Old Trafford represents another significant chapter in his managerial career, with Manchester United looking to benefit from his experience in squad development, tactical organisation and attacking football.

Attention will now turn to how Pochettino intends to shape United’s playing identity, manage expectations and deliver consistent performances in domestic and European competitions.

 

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