Manchester United are prepared to pay Mauricio Pochettino’s reported $10m (£7.5 million) release clause as they consider appointing the former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager as Michael Carrick’s replacement.
Pochettino has emerged as a leading candidate to take charge at Old Trafford, with United’s hierarchy reportedly willing to meet the financial condition attached to his contract with the United States national team.
The Argentine is currently preparing the USA for their upcoming Concacaf Nations League fixtures against Haiti. However, he is understood to be open to taking the Manchester United job if the club makes a formal approach.
United consider financial commitment
Pochettino’s reported release clause could allow United to secure his services without waiting for his international commitments to end
The 54-year-old has previously managed Tottenham, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, bringing considerable experience at the highest level of European football.
United are assessing their options as pressure continues to mount on Carrick following a disappointing run of results. The club have managed just one win in their last 10 matches and are sitting 18th in the league.
Carrick’s future hangs in the balance
United’s senior executives, including Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox, are expected to discuss the club’s managerial situation at a meeting in Monaco.
Carrick is reportedly facing the possibility of being relieved of his duties within 48 hours, with the meeting expected to determine the next steps.
Pochettino’s availability and willingness to consider the position could make him an attractive option for United as they look to change the direction of their season.
However, the club are yet to make an official announcement on Carrick’s future or confirm an approach for the Argentine.