Pochettino expected to lead US in Nations League games before Manchester United move

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Mauricio Pochettino will lead the US men's national team through the remainder of this international window, a source with direct knowledge of US Soccer's plans told the Guardian on Thursday.

Pochettino has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Michael Carrick, who was sacked as Manchester United manager on Thursday. The Guardian previously reported that the framework of a deal had been agreed between Pochettino and United. The Athletic was first to report news of Pochettino's plans for the upcoming US matches.