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Pochettino reportedly nearing Manchester United move
Manchester United is reportedly working to make Mauricio Pochettino its next head coach, replacing Michael Carrick, who is under pressure after a dismal start to the season.[3, 12] Sky News reported United has an agreement in principle for Pochettino to take over if Carrick is sacked, with a decision on Carrick's future due.[12] ABC News reported the club is doing due diligence on a potential deal for the U.S. men's team coach.[3]
The Political Insider reported United would have to pay roughly $10 million to the U.S. Soccer Federation to secure Pochettino from his USMNT post.[7] The New York Post reported a USMNT star has spoken publicly about the rumors linking Pochettino to United.[5]
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How balanced is this coverage?
Of the 6 rated outlets that covered it, 1 is left of center, 2 are center and 3 are right of center (2 of them in the Right group). 5 more are not rated.
- Left: none.
- Leans left: The Guardian (−0.70).
- Center: ABC News (−0.19), Forbes (+0.19).
- Leans right: New York Post (+0.64).
- Right: The Washington Times (+1.27), The Political Insider (+2.65).
Not rated Al Jazeera, The Athletic, BBC News, ESPN, Sky News. Not placed: they have no lean score.
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