Manchester United officials are meeting in Monaco to decide the future of manager Michael Carrick, with the club considering a change after a poor start to the season.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada are understood to be discussing whether to replace Carrick. Wilcox and Berrada are expected to advise Ratcliffe that a new manager is needed.
Pressure mounts after poor start
United insisted on Tuesday that no decision on Carrick's future had been made. However, the Reds are in the relegation zone after just one win in their opening ten matches, leaving the outlook bleak for Carrick.
The club are leaning towards sacking Carrick and have already identified his replacement.
Pochettino the leading candidate
Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is the standout candidate for the role. Pochettino currently manages the United States Men's National Team (USMNT) and led them to the round of 16 at this summer's World Cup.
In August, Pochettino signed a new contract with USMNT that keeps him until after the 2030 World Cup. However, a release clause of £7.43m has been inserted into that contract, which could make appointing him a relatively straightforward process for United.
The 54-year-old is preparing for a two-legged Concacaf Nations League quarter-final with Haiti, with games on Saturday and Wednesday. United are exploring the terms of a contract with his camp should they opt for a managerial change.
Pochettino open to Premier League return
Pochettino has previously spoken about returning to the Premier League. Earlier this year, he told L'Equipe: "I miss the football scene in England. I love the country, its culture, the football culture."
"For anyone with a competitive spirit who wants to measure themselves against others and test their limits, it's the ideal place. Here, you have to give your best constantly."
Official confirmation of Carrick's departure may not arrive today (Wednesday). Wilcox and Berrada are believed to be keen to meet with Carrick in person to communicate their decision.
