Manchester United have reached a verbal agreement with Mauricio Pochettino to replace Michael Carrick following their worst start in 40 years. Languishing in 18th, the Red Devils are ready to pay his $10m release clause to salvage their season.
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Manchester United have officially sacked Michael Carrick after a disastrous run of form dragged the club into the Premier League relegation zone. The Red Devils' board have swiftly reached a preliminary agreement with Mauricio Pochettino, triggering his $10m release clause to rescue the sinking ship at Old Trafford.

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