Carrick leaves after just 15 games this season despite signing a two-year deal in May, with reports suggesting a deal with USMNT boss Pochettino is close.
Manchester United have sacked head coach Michael Carrick, the club confirmed in a statement. "Manchester United can confirm that Michael Carrick has departed his role as men's first-team head coach," the statement read.
Carrick had only taken charge on a two-year deal back in May, meaning his tenure ends after just 15 games this season. The club have not detailed the reasoning behind the decision beyond the brief confirmation of his departure.
Sources indicate a deal with USMNT coach Pochettino is close, suggesting United already have their eyes on a successor. Nothing has been finalized publicly, and the club has not named an interim or permanent replacement at this stage.
The move marks another shift in Manchester United's recent run of changes at the top of the coaching staff, with the search for stability continuing as the club looks to settle on its next long-term appointment.