Mauricio Pochettino bids an emotional farewell to the United States national team, describing his move to Manchester United as one of the most difficult decisions of his career after two years as US head coach

MAURICIO Pochettino bade an emotional farewell to United States soccer on Friday, describing his decision to join Manchester United as “one of the most difficult” of his career.

Pochettino, 54, spoke to media in the United States just hours after being officially named as Manchester United’s new manager following the sacking of Michael Carrick.

The Argentine, who in August signed a four-year contract extension to continue as US coach through to the 2030 World Cup, fought back tears as he drew a line under his successful two-year reign.