Manchester United are closing in on a deal to make Mauricio Pochettino their next manager, with the club set to replace Michael Carrick after a difficult start to the season.
United chiefs Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are flying to Monaco on Wednesday for a meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe, where Carrick's future is expected to be decided. Carrick is set to be sacked following a poor run of form that has left the club 18th in the Premier League.
Replacement options considered
Berrada and Wilcox have been assessing potential replacements since last month, having decided to wait until the international break before making a decision. Former Tottenham boss Pochettino is among the leading candidates, alongside ex-Newcastle manager Eddie Howe.
Pochettino has previously been linked with the United job and is understood to be keen on taking charge at Old Trafford. The 54-year-old currently manages the United States national team, having signed a new contract in August after the World Cup.
Deal details and compensation
According to The Athletic, work has already begun on a deal for Pochettino to replace Carrick. Personal terms are not expected to be an issue.
United will need to pay the United States $10million (£7.4m) in compensation, while Pochettino's staff will cost considerably more to release from their contracts across the Atlantic.
