Andrey Santos REPORTEDLY SPEAKS OUT ON MAURICIO POCHETTINO’S POSSIBLE OLD TRAFFORD APPOINTMENT
Andrey Santos has reportedly raised concerns about Mauricio Pochettino’s appointment as Manchester United manager, suggesting that his previous experience working under the Argentine at Chelsea has left him questioning whether he is the right choice for Old Trafford.
Pochettino was appointed as Michael Carrick’s successor after United endured a disappointing start to the season, collecting just one win from their opening ten Premier League matches and dropping to 18th place.
Santos, who joined United from Chelsea in a reported £48 million transfer, believes there is a difference between being a respected coach and having the qualities required to rebuild a struggling club. He reportedly insists that supporters should understand what happened during Pochettino’s time at Stamford Bridge before celebrating his arrival.
The Brazilian midfielder experienced Chelsea’s turbulent 2023–24 campaign, spending periods away on loan at Nottingham Forest and Strasbourg. He allegedly feels those experiences gave him a closer understanding of the manager’s methods and raised questions about his suitability for United.
Pochettino now faces an enormous challenge, with a difficult debut against Liverpool at Anfield on November 22. United are desperate for improvement after their defensive struggles and inconsistent performances.
Santos’ reported comments have added another layer of pressure to an appointment already attracting intense attention. Whether Pochettino can win over his players and silence the doubts remains to be seen.
