$10m Release Clause Triggers Mauricio Pochettino USMNT Exit

B24 Sports Desk November 13, 2026

$10M Release Clause Clears Mauricio Pochettino for Manchester United Shift

Mauricio Pochettino is set to depart as the head coach of the United States men’s national team to take charge at Manchester United after the club triggered a $10 million release clause. The 54-year-old manager will officially complete his transition following upcoming CONCACAF Nations League fixtures against Haiti.

Manchester United Secure Target After Dismissing Michael Carrick

Manchester United acted swiftly to pay the buyout fee following the dismissal of Michael Carrick after a difficult start to the domestic campaign. Pochettino returns to European club management after a brief tenure with the U.S. Soccer Federation that lasted barely 100 days.

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The abrupt departure leaves the U.S. Soccer Federation searching for a replacement ahead of the CONCACAF Gold Cup next summer and ongoing World Cup preparations. Meanwhile, Pochettino is scheduled to make his club debut against Liverpool on November 22.

Reporting by Steven Goff for Yahoo Sports.

💡 Quick FAQ & IntelligenceTap to Expand

Q: Why is Mauricio Pochettino leaving the USMNT?

Manchester United triggered a $10 million release clause in his contract to hire him as their new manager following the departure of Michael Carrick.

Q: When will Pochettino officially take over at Manchester United?

He is scheduled to take charge after completing his final two fixtures with the U.S. national team in the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals against Haiti.

Q: Who are the potential candidates to replace Pochettino at the USMNT?

Potential candidates under consideration by the U.S. Soccer Federation include B.J. Callaghan, Steve Cherundolo, Pellegrino Matarazzo, and Roberto Martinez.