Manchester United are closing in on the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as their next manager, with Michael Carrick expected to be sacked following a poor run of form at the start of the season.
Pochettino has emerged as the club's primary target, having been linked with the role for a decade following spells at Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea. Eddie Howe, Julian Nagelsmann and Antonio Conte had previously been the main candidates, but United have opted to pursue Pochettino instead.
Unusual agreement with US Soccer
According to Sky Sports, United are reportedly looking to strike an unusual agreement with US Soccer over Pochettino's appointment. The Argentine is expected to remain in charge of the USMNT for their double-header against Haiti, meaning he will not arrive at United until after the international break.
United are said to be happy with this arrangement, having verbally agreed with Pochettino for him to take over next week rather than immediately. The move is set to cost United a £7m release clause to US Soccer for his signature.
First task: climb the table
Pochettino's first task at Old Trafford will be to drag United out of a relegation scrap and help them climb the Premier League table. The club's managerial uncertainty continues, but this time United feel they have a firm idea of the route they want to take.
