Pochettino a decade in Man Utd’s making – but Carrick deserves better

Mauricio Pochettino is expected to take charge of Manchester United after the club confirms Michael Carrick’s departure, potentially ending a decade of links between the Argentine and Old Trafford. The appointment would come as United struggle in the Premier League and face growing fan frustration over decisions by the club’s leadership.

Pochettino has been associated with the job since 2016 and was considered during several previous managerial searches. He is currently coach of the USA, having led the team at this summer’s World Cup. Carrick, 45, was made permanent head coach after a successful interim spell, but the article says he has struggled in the role and criticises the drawn-out handling of his expected dismissal. At Tottenham, Pochettino never finished lower than fifth.