Manchester, Nov. 13 -- Manchester United have appointed Mauricio Pochettino as their men's first-team head coach, with the former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager set to take charge from November 18.

The Premier League club confirmed the appointment in an official statement on Friday, announcing that an agreement had been reached with the United States Football Federation for Pochettino and his coaching staff to be released following the conclusion of their responsibilities with the US Men's National Team.

Pochettino replaces Michael Carrick, who parted ways with United earlier this week following a disappointing start to the 2026-27 season that left the club in the Premier League relegation zone.

The 54-year-old Argentine is reno...