Manchester United officially parts ways with Michael Carrick
Club confirmed Michael Carrick's departure and named Mauricio Pochettino as his replacement, with an unveiling scheduled for November 13, 2026.
Manchester United announced on November 12, 2026 at 17:00 that it has parted ways with first-team manager Michael Carrick.
The decision follows a run of poor results this season, a situation that made a change at Old Trafford increasingly likely. The club had reportedly been waiting to identify a successor before formalising Carrick's exit.
United confirmed that the Argentine strategist Mauricio Pochettino will take over as head coach.
Club to unveil Pochettino the next day
Pochettino is expected to be officially presented on November 13, 2026. The club signalled that the announcement of the new appointment will take place during the course of that day.
Carrick, a long-time figure at the club, will leave his post as manager following the change. The move closes his spell in charge of the first team amid mounting pressure over results.
Supporters and observers are now waiting for Pochettino's formal introduction and to learn the immediate plans for the team under his leadership.
Photo: press material from the event
