Sir Alex Ferguson REPORTEDLY BREAKS HIS SILENCE, CLAIMS HE PERSONALLY RECOMMENDED A DIFFERENT CANDIDATE TO INEOS BUT WAS IGNORED
Manchester United’s appointment of Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly created tension behind the scenes, with legendary former manager Sir Alex Ferguson allegedly unhappy that INEOS ignored his preferred candidate.
The Argentine has reportedly signed a two-and-a-half-year deal after United triggered a £7.4 million release clause in his United States national team contract. The move followed Michael Carrick’s dismissal after a disappointing run left the club battling near the bottom of the Premier League.
According to claims surrounding the decision, Ferguson privately criticised the appointment, insisting he had recommended another manager who he believed was better suited to United’s needs. However, CEO Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox reportedly favoured Pochettino.
The situation is particularly interesting given Ferguson’s previous admiration for the Argentine during his successful spell at Tottenham. However, reports suggest the former United boss has reservations about Pochettino’s more recent managerial experiences at Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.
Ferguson’s alleged frustration also comes amid reports that his influence within the club has reduced under INEOS.
Pochettino now faces enormous pressure to revive a struggling squad, with a difficult trip to Liverpool approaching. A successful turnaround could justify the hierarchy’s decision, but another disappointing spell would intensify criticism of the club’s leadership.
