EPL: ‘Foundation not right’ – Lovren rules out Pochettino for Man Utd

Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has expressed doubts about Mauricio Pochettino becoming the next manager of Manchester United, despite knowing the Argentine coach and understanding his managerial preferences.

Lovren believes Manchester United have deeper problems that cannot be solved simply by replacing their manager. According to him, the club needs to address fundamental issues within its structure.

Speaking to Hajper, the 37-year-old said: “I know Mauricio Pochettino really well, and I know what he likes, but I don’t see him at Man United.”

He added: “He’s quite smart and knows what is going on around the club, and there is definitely a bigger issue than just changing the manager. The foundations are not quite right.”

Lovren’s comments come after Manchester United sacked Michael Carrick as manager on Thursday, leaving the club looking for a new person to take charge of the team.

Pochettino has been linked with a possible move to Old Trafford as Carrick’s replacement. However, Lovren’s remarks suggest that the club’s challenges extend beyond the appointment of a new manager.

ALSO READ

• EPL: Bruno Fernandes rejects new Man Utd contract with Pochettino set to take over
• US targets Guardiola as Pochettino reaches full agreement with Man Utd

The former Liverpool defender’s position is that Manchester United must address the underlying problems at the club, as changing the manager alone may not be enough to improve the team’s situation.