Manchester United's crisis could see Pep Guardiola back in management

Amid a deepening crisis, Manchester United head into the November international break perched in a relegation spot, a situation that could open the door for Pep Guardiola to return to management. The club's poor run, with only three wins from fifteen games, has intensified scrutiny of the board and its interim coach Michael Carrick.

The musical‑chairs game is being watched on the international stage. A butterfly effect stemming from United's woes could see Pep Guardiola resume duties elsewhere.

United's relegation threat deepens

The side have managed only three victories from fifteen matches since the season began. Michael Carrick, who initially enjoyed board backing, is now expected to bear the fallout.

Manchester United in talks with US Soccer over Pochettino

The Red Devils are edging closer to a deal with Mauricio Pochettino to replace Carrick. Pochettino currently leads the United States national team, which the Red Devils eliminated in the World Cup round of 16. The US federation must ready a replacement should the Argentine depart for Manchester.

According to The Athletic, US decision‑makers are eyeing Pep Guardiola as a potential successor. Guardiola, who left Manchester City last summer, has been mentioned throughout the federation’s recruitment process. He has previously spoken with US Soccer and has long coveted a role in America.

After leaving Barcelona in 2012, he spent a sabbatical year living in New York. He and his family stayed in a luxury apartment near Central Park, enjoying relative anonymity.