MAURICIO POCHETTINO broke down in tears as he said an emotional goodbye to the United States national team ahead of taking up Manchester United job.
The Argentine struggled to hold back his emotions as he addressed the media for the final time before leaving his role with the USMNT.
Pochettino, 54, is closing in on a sensational return to the Premier League after emerged that the he’d agreed a deal to replace Michael Carrick at Man united.
But the former Tottenham and boss admitted walking away from the American national team was one of the toughest decisions he has ever made.
Speaking at his farewell press conference, an emotional Pochettino said: “It’s difficult to talk now. I’m a very emotional guy. It’s a very sad decision, it’s the most difficult decision of my career.”
He added: “But we are professional and we are trying to make our dreams come true.”
Pochettino’s departure comes at a crucial time for the United States, with the country looking to build on the gains of hosting the World Cup last summer.
The Argentine took charge of the national team in September 2024, having previously managed some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
His imminent move to comes after Carrick was dismissed following a disastrous start to the Premier League season.
United have won just one of their opening ten league matches, leaving them in the relegation zone and desperate for a change in fortunes.
Pochettino is expected to be tasked with reviving the struggling giants, with a daunting trip to bitter rivals Liverpool at Anfield awaiting after the international break.
Pochettino will oversee his final two matches as United States boss against Haiti in the CONCACAF Nations League quarter-finals before completing his move to Manchester United.
