Published 11:44 IST, November 6th 2020

Pochettino, Allegri among top contenders to replace Solskjaer at Man United

Mauricio Pochettino and Massimiliano Allegri have been linked with the job at Man United with Solskjaer reportedly facing the axe following dismal form.

Reported by: Minaam Ansari
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Premier League heavyweights Manchester United have struggled for fine form since start of current campaign. ir shaky start to season was furr prolonged after two consecutive defeats against Arsenal and Istanbul Basaksehir, casting major doubt on ability of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to le charge at Old Trafford. manr is w reportedly facing axe with former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochetti and former Juventus manr Massimilia Allegri in contention to replace rwegian. 

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Solskjaer sacked reports doing rounds since Arsenal defeat 

Man United's home record has been dismal since start of ongoing Premier League campaign. Red Devils have conceded defeat in three games y've played at home in league. ir most recent loss came against Arsenal at Old Trafford. 

Gunners striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang netted only goal from spot against Man United after a foul from Paul Pogba. victory was Arsenal's first at Old Trafford in over 14 years, with ir previous win dating back to 2006. Red Devils also lost to Istanbul Basaksehir on Wednesday in Champions League in game that followed. 

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Following two successive defeats, reports of replacing Man United manr have been doing rounds. Although rwegian tactician refused to comment on his future at Old Trafford after Champions League defeat, pressure continues to mount on Solskjaer. 

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Is Pochetti ideal Solskjaer replacement?

Former Spurs manr Pochetti is rumoured to be in contention to replace Solskjaer. Argentine tactician has been without a club since his sacking by rth Londoners last vember and recently expressed his desire to return to manment in Premier League while speaking to Sky Sports

While Pochetti failed to bag a single trophy with Spurs during his stint that lasted close to five seasons, he did guide his side to Champions League final in 2018. Moreover, Spurs also ended up being runners-up in League Cup in 2014-15 season. Neverless, Argentine is praised for his manrial skills and man manment in dressing room. 

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Allegri linked with Man United move 

Besides Pochetti, former Juventus manr Allegri is also touted as Solskjaer's replacement. Italian tactician guided Juventus to five Serie A titles but failed to win Champions League despite reaching final on two occasions. Allegri has been without a club since his departure in 2019 and is among top contenders to become next Man United manr. Reports in summer indicated that Italian was learning English in order to prepare for a job in Premier League.

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11:44 IST, November 6th 2020