Harry Kane has backed Mauricio Pochettino to become a 'fantastic manager' at Manchester United if Michael Carrick is dismissed. United are expected to part ways with Carrick during the international break after recording the club's worst-ever start to a Premier League season.
Sunday's 4-4 draw at home to Aston Villa left United 18th in the Premier League with just one win in 10 games. Carrick's side were also eliminated from the Carabao Cup following a 3-2 defeat at home to Brighton in September.
Agreement Reached with Pochettino
United have already reached an initial agreement with Pochettino, who currently manages the United States national side. The Argentine has a $10 million (£7.4m) buyout clause in his contract, and the expectation is that he will be in place for United's next Premier League fixture against Liverpool on November 22.
Kane worked with Pochettino for five years at Spurs, where they reached a League Cup and Champions League final. The England captain has endorsed the 54-year-old's likely move to Old Trafford.
Kane's Endorsement
Asked about Pochettino's potential move on Wednesday, Kane said: 'Me and Mauricio obviously have a fantastic relationship.'
'I mentioned him as one of the coaches who had a big impact on my career and definitely my development. At that stage of my career I needed his guidance and the way he pushed me, not just on the pitch but off the pitch as well, he was really, really helpful.'
'Obviously a fantastic coach, he's managed the biggest clubs in the world. From my point of view, I can't speak highly enough of him.'
'We'll have to wait and see what happens but I know he's a great guy but also a fantastic manager.'
