Pochettino Set to Coach USMNT Against Haiti Amid Man United Talks
Sources say the Argentine will lead both Nations League quarterfinal legs against Haiti even as US Soccer discusses his release.
Mauricio Pochettino is expected to coach the U.S. men's national team through both legs of its CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal against Haiti, even as talks over his potential move to Manchester United intensify, according to Yahoo Sports and other outlets. Writing from Fayetteville, Georgia, Yahoo Sports' Steven Goff reported Thursday that Pochettino was back at work preparing his squad for Saturday's match against Haiti, with the second leg scheduled for Tuesday in Cincinnati. Sources told Yahoo Sports that Pochettino will coach both fixtures even if his departure is announced before the second leg. The U.S. Soccer Federation has reportedly spoken to Manchester United about releasing the 54-year-old from his contract to become the club's manager, following the dismissal of Michael Carrick. "I expect official news soon," a person close to the situation told Yahoo Sports. U.S. players said they are bracing for his possible exit. "Him leaving, him staying, he's just created a great foundation and a great base for this team," midfielder Sebastian Berhalter said. "Even though he's an Argentinian coach, he made us even more proud." The reports remain attributed to unnamed sources, and no official announcement had been made.