Manchester United appoint Pochettino as new head coach
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Mauricio Pochettino to take charge of the club’s men’s team as head coach from November 18, 2026.
The club confirmed the appointment in a statement on Friday, disclosing that it had reached an agreement with the United States Soccer Federation for Pochettino and his coaching staff to leave their roles with the US men’s national team after completing their responsibilities.
Pochettino is expected to bring his high-intensity, attacking brand of football to Old Trafford, having built a reputation for developing players and assembling cohesive teams during his managerial career.
The Argentine began his coaching career at Espanyol in 2009 before moving to Southampton, where he guided the Premier League side to a club-record points tally in 2014.
He subsequently joined Tottenham Hotspur, spending five full seasons at the North London club. During his tenure, he established Tottenham as regular contenders for UEFA Champions League qualification, securing four consecutive appearances in the competition.
His biggest achievement at Tottenham was guiding the club to its first Champions League final in 2019.
Pochettino moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2021, where he won the Ligue 1 title, Coupe de France and Trophée des Champions before taking charge of Chelsea in 2023.
Most recently, he managed the United States men’s national team, leading the side to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.
Manchester United described him as a manager with extensive experience at the highest level of football, highlighting his attacking philosophy, commitment to team development and record of improving individual players.
His appointment marks a new chapter for the Old Trafford club as Pochettino prepares to take over the men’s team on November 18.