Nagelsmann jobless, targeting United and Juventus

After the surprising Carrick exit, Manchester United faces a new managerial decision. Julian Nagelsmann has been without a new role since his dismissal as head coach of the German national team after the disappointing World Cup 2026 and is waiting for a suitable offer to finally get the tactics board back under his arm. The photo credit reads Richard Sellers/Allstar/GettyImages.

Most recently, the 39‑year‑old Nagelsmann has been considered not only as a possible return to his former club RB Leipzig but also as a candidate for the managerial vacancy at the English Premier League club Manchester United. Nagelsmann's former team from Saxony has also recovered after a shaky start to the season under new coach Martin Demichelis and has recently delivered fairly convincing performances. The 45‑year‑old Argentine Mauricio Pochettino continues to receive the backing of the Red Bulls and is at least making installment payments into his credit account in Leipzig, which seems to keep his confidence in the role secured.

Thus a return to RB Leipzig is probably not a serious option for Nagelsmann for the time being. The question now is where the former national coach could next enter talks and which responsibilities might suit him. Given his distinctive football style, a club with developable player material, ambitious pressing and possession, as well as room for growth and mistakes would be the best fit. A look at European top destinations inevitably leads to Juventus Turin, whose manager Luciano Spalletti is facing an identity crisis.