Manchester United have confirmed Mauricio Pochettino as their next head coach, announcing the appointment on social media on Friday. He replaces Michael Carrick, who was fired by the club on Thursday.
Pochettino will remain in his current role as United States Men's National Team head coach for this international break before moving across the Atlantic to take charge at Old Trafford.
In its statement, Manchester United described Pochettino as "renowned for his high-intensity, attacking style of football, his dedication to building strong, cohesive teams and his outstanding record of developing individual players."
US Soccer CEO JT Batson thanked Pochettino for his time with the USMNT. "Mauricio has left a lasting mark on US Soccer through his leadership, professionalism and commitment to our players and culture," Batson said. "What we are most proud of goes beyond the wins. He and his staff raised standards, strengthened our culture and created clearer connections from the Youth National Teams to the senior team."
