Redknapp Claims Perfect Timing for Pochettino at Man United

Redknapp Backs the New Manager

Former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp believes Mauricio Pochettino could not have picked a better time to take charge of Manchester United. Redknapp explained that the team is at rock bottom right now, which means there is only one direction for them to go, and that is up.

He contrasted the situation with when David Moyes took over from Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. Redknapp said Moyes is a great manager, but replacing Ferguson was an impossible task. Taking over United in their current state gives Pochettino a much clearer path to make an impact.

Redknapp described Pochettino as a clever manager and a great character who knows football very well. Still, he warned fans that patience will be required. He expects it to take two or three years before Manchester United get anywhere near the level people hope to see.

Timing and US Duty Details

Manchester United sacked Michael Carrick on Thursday and quickly named Pochettino as his replacement. The 54 year old Argentinian becomes the seventh permanent manager to lead the club since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.

Pochettino will not start his new role immediately. He is set to officially take charge next Wednesday after finishing his current commitments with the United States national team.

The United States play two Nations League matches against Haiti on Saturday and next Tuesday. Once those games are finished, Pochettino will complete his move to Old Trafford to begin work with the squad.

Reaction from the US Camp

Former United States goalkeeper Brad Friedel played under Pochettino during his time at Tottenham. Friedel admitted he has mixed feelings about the South American manager taking the Manchester United job.

Friedel called Pochettino a brilliant manager and one of the best in the sport. He praised the work Pochettino did at the World Cup and noted that he continues to do a good job with US Soccer.

Because of that success, Friedel feels it is a glum moment for the American national team. He stated that losing Pochettino leaves a huge gaping hole for US Soccer, even though there is talk about Pep Guardiola potentially being considered as an option.

Transfer Targets and Contract News

With Pochettino arriving soon, United are already looking at potential squad additions. Reports indicate the club is eyeing United States national team players Balogun and Freeman for the new manager.

At the same time, contract discussions are ongoing within the current squad. Star midfielder Bruno Fernandes has rejected a contract offer from the club. However, United remain relaxed about the situation as talks continue between both sides.