Fabrizio Romano@FabrizioRomano
🚨💣 BREAKING: MANCHESTER UNITED HAVE SACKED MICHAEL CARRICK WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT.
Manchester United Sack Carrick, Appoint Pochettino as New Coach
Manchester United dismissed Michael Carrick after a poor start to the 2026-27 Premier League season, sitting in the relegation zone with just one win from 10 games. The club quickly appointed Mauricio Pochettino, who activated a release clause from his USMNT role despite a contract until 2030, signing until June 2029 for around $10 million. Pochettino fought back tears in his US farewell, calling the move a tough but unmissable chance, with his first match against Liverpool on November 22. United praised his high-intensity style and team-building record from stints at Southampton, Tottenham, Chelsea, and PSG.