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Gary Neville: Manchester United Should Target Mauricio Pochettino as Next Boss

Manchester United legend Gary Neville believes the club should target Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino as their next manager after the Red Devils sacked Jose Mourinho on Tuesday.

United announced his departure in a statement and said a caretaker would take temporary charge for the remainder of this campaign.

When the time comes for a permanent replacement to be appointed, Neville was clear in his choice, as he told Sky Sports (h/t the Mirror's Andrew Gilpin):

"For me, the next manager of Man United should be Mauricio Pochettino.

"When I look at values at Man United, I look at his belief in young players.