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Two roadblocks emerge in Man United’s pursuit of Mauricio Pochettino as Michael Carrick’s replacement

Two roadblocks have emerged “Speaking to people, they’d be surprised if Pochettino left the USA right now, before the two games,” Whitwell explained on Talk of The Devils.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated November 10, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC
Key points
  • Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the new favourite, but there are concerns regarding his appointment.
  • The Athletic ‘s Laurie Whitwell explained that the USMNT manager is unlikely to leave before both legs of the USA’s CONCACAF quarter-final against Haiti.
  • With only one in the Premier League so far, the Red Devils are currently in the relegation zone heading into the international break.

Mauricio Pochettino, the new favourite Antonio Conte’s transfer demands are considered a significant hurdle, while Cesc Fabregas is unlikely to jump ship midseason.

Additional details
  • Initial reports had suggested Eddie Howe was close to getting the call, but the INEOS hierarchy was not totally convinced.
  • INEOS have maintained that funds are tight and, ahead of the January window, will they take this major gamble?
  • Julian Nagelsmann turned down the offer, while Unai Emery is set to stay at Aston Villa.
  • The second leg is on November 18, just four days before the Liverpool game.
  • It might not leave the Argentine much time to train his new players.

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