Pochettino Would Consider Replacing Carrick at Manchester United

Mauricio Pochettino would be interested in taking over at Manchester United if the club replaces Michael Carrick, while Carrick has said he will not resign. The former Chelsea manager is currently in charge of the United States national team, with a contract running through the 2030 World Cup.

Carrick’s position is under pressure after United fell into the Premier League’s bottom three in the first 10 rounds. The club has not dismissed him, though the situation could be reviewed during the international break. After Sunday’s 4-4 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford, Carrick said stepping down was not going to happen.

Former United chief scout Mick Brown said the club’s co-owners, INEOS, remain reluctant to sack Carrick. Brown said results had been inadequate but pointed to positive signs, and said the club was wary of the expense of paying off another manager’s contract.

Pochettino was previously considered by Sir Alex Ferguson as a possible successor to Louis van Gaal in 2016. United instead dismissed Van Gaal and appointed José Mourinho, while Pochettino stayed at Tottenham.