How Much Would It Cost to Sign Mauricio Pochettino? The Fee Manchester United Would Have to Pay
Mauricio Pochettino is among the candidates to manage Manchester United, but his departure from the USMNT could come at a price that complicates the club’s plans.
Manchester United continues to look for solutions to its difficult sporting situation, and Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as one of the leading candidates to take over at Old Trafford. The future of Michael Carrick is under review, with the club's hierarchy assessing potential replacements to turn the team's fortunes around.
However, the Argentine is not free to accept a new offer. He currently manages the USMNT and remains under contract, meaning his departure would require negotiations that could become a major obstacle to the English club's plans.
The $10 Million Release Clause Standing Between Pochettino and Manchester United
According to information from The Athletic, Manchester United would have to pay $10 million to the United States Soccer Federation to release Pochettino from his contract. The Argentine coach extended his deal through 2030, making his potential arrival at Old Trafford neither a straightforward nor an inexpensive operation.
And that figure would not cover the entire cost. The same report indicates that the English club would have to pay several million dollars more to bring in the coaching staff that works alongside the Argentine. As a result, the total cost of the deal could rise considerably if the Red Devils decide to pursue one of their leading candidates.
Pochettino's Coaching Staff Comes With an Additional Price Tag
The Argentine has spent years working with a trusted group of assistants. Among them are Jesús Pérez, his assistant manager; Miguel D'Agostino, assistant coach; and Toni Jiménez, goalkeeping coach. All three have followed him through different stages of his career and remain part of his regular coaching setup.
The staff also includes Sebastiano Pochettino, a sports science specialist, and Sílvia Tuyà, the team's strength and conditioning coach. According to The Athletic, releasing these staff members would involve additional costs, although the individual fees and the total amount of the operation have not been disclosed.
Is Manchester United Willing to Pay the Price for Pochettino?
The Argentine's potential arrival will depend on the decisions the club's hierarchy makes regarding Carrick's future and how much money they are willing to invest. According to reports from The Athletic, Manchester United would aim to resolve its managerial situation before visiting Liverpool on November 22.
Pochettino has experience in the Premier League and is familiar with English soccer, but hiring him would require a significant investment. The $10 million release clause is only the beginning. Manchester United must now decide whether the Argentine is worth the price of bringing him to Old Trafford.
