Man Utd has decided to pursue Mauricio Pochettino as their next manager after discussions with the former Chelsea manager.

After a disappointing season in the Premier League and the Champions League, Manchester United has decided to drop their interest in Mauricio Pochettino. The Argentine's name has been removed from the list of potential managers as the club takes their time to decide on Erik ten Hag's future.

Despite their struggles, Manchester United ended the season on a high note by winning the FA Cup. This has strengthened ten Hag's case to keep his job, and many believed that he would be relieved of his duties regardless of the outcome at Wembley. However, the Dutchman remains in limbo as the club's new hierarchy conducts a review of the season.

There have been numerous reports linking high-profile managers like Gareth Southgate, Roberto De Zerbi, Graham Potter, Kieran McKenna, Thomas Tuchel, and Mauricio Pochettino to the Manchester United job. But according to The Times, Pochettino's name has now been removed from the list of potential candidates. The 52-year-old, who left Chelsea by mutual consent last month, is no longer in the frame for the Old Trafford job.

INEOS, who conducted their annual review and held discussions with United bosses, initially included Pochettino on their shortlist of names. The former Tottenham and PSG boss was also interviewed for the job in 2022 when ten Hag was eventually appointed. However, it seems like he will once again be overlooked by the club.

As for Tuchel, the German has also withdrawn from the running. After leaving Bayern Munich at the end of a trophyless season, he has decided to take a hiatus. Another potential candidate, Kieran McKenna, who previously worked as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's assistant at United, has also ruled himself out by signing a four-year contract extension with Ipswich.

Despite his recent dismissal at Chelsea, Pochettino returned to Stamford Bridge on Sunday to manage a World XI side against England in this year's Soccer Aid. The match raised over £15 million for charity, and Pochettino expressed his desire to make an immediate return to top-level management. He stated that he was open to speaking to clubs ahead of the upcoming season and that he still has a lot of energy.

When asked if he would be willing to return to the Premier League, Pochettino nodded with a smile and said, "We're open to football." It remains to be seen what the future holds for the Argentine manager, but for now, he is keeping his options open.

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