Mauricio Pochettino Open to Returning to Premier League with Manchester United as Michael Carrick Faces Potential Dismissal

November 10, 2026 sportnow MAURICIO POCHETTINO is open to a Premier League return with Manchester United.

The former Spurs manager saw his odds of becoming the next United boss drastically shortened from 25-1 to 2-1 following the 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, which landed United in the relegation zone.

According to Sun Sport, the Argentine, 54, is willing to consider an approach as the United management teeters on the verge of dismissing Michael Carrick.

Pochettino recently signed a four-year deal to remain as the head coach of the US national team in the summer, following their successful run to the World Cup Round of 16.

Despite this, Poch, who primarily resides in London, has consistently expressed his long-standing ambition to return to the Premier League.

Just a couple of months back, he indicated he had received “some calls from various clubs” prior to the World Cup but declined them due to his commitment to the US.

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Pochettino mentioned: “At present, we are planning to spend four years with the USA, but you can always terminate a contract, say you want to leave, and that’s it—you reach an agreement.

“Having a four-year contract changes things.

“We might underperform in the Copa America or the Gold Cup; if that happens, they could choose to dismiss us, or we could think ‘this isn’t progressing as we hoped’.”

Pochettino even mentioned a willingness to engage the FA if approached, despite the historical rivalry with his country, adding: “I believe we feel a similar passion for football.

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“You must respect all the traditions I grew up with in my homeland.”

He has frequently expressed his admiration for United and the legacy of Sir Alex Ferguson, remaining a consistent candidate for the Old Trafford role even during his tenure at Spurs.

United made a tentative inquiry when he was at PSG, and in 2022, Pochettino narrowly lost out to Erik ten Hag for the position.

A year later, he joined Chelsea but departed Stamford Bridge after just one season due to disagreements with the club’s board.

Now, though, he could be inclined to take charge of a third Premier League club if United offer him the opportunity.

Carrick has been precariously holding onto his position amid United’s abysmal run of form.

Initially, the club intended to relieve the club legend of his duties following the 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth two weeks ago.

However, the absence of a succession plan and the inability to finalize a replacement provided Carrick with a temporary reprieve.

Since then, United has secured only one win in three games—the comeback victory against Roma in the Champions League—while dropping to 18th place and conceding eight goals.

It’s believed that club executives are finally ready to make a change during the upcoming international break.

Old Trafford officials Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada are set to travel to Monaco to discuss future strategies with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Tuesday.