Man Utd line up Pochettino as Carrick’s replacement – reports

Manchester United are reportedly finalising a deal for Mauricio Pochettino to become their next head coach should they decide to sack Michael Carrick.

According to The Athletic, United have been working on potential replacements following a run of just three wins in 15 games, with Pochettino emerging as their preferred candidate.

The club are said to have spent Tuesday discussing personal terms with the Argentine’s representatives, with no major issues expected.

United have not yet contacted U.S. Soccer, however, where Pochettino remains under contract until the 2030 World Cup.

An exit clause worth around $10million (£7.4m) would reportedly need to be paid, while further compensation would be required for members of his coaching staff.

Pochettino is currently in charge of the United States national team and is preparing for two upcoming matches against Haiti during the international break.

Carrick has been taking training at Carrington while chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox were due to meet co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monaco.

No final decision on Carrick’s future has yet been announced but it is expected that he will be sacked.