Pochettino
Manchester United have stepped up their search for a new head coach by opening talks with Mauricio Pochettino over a possible move to Old Trafford.
The Argentine manager is understood to be willing to take the job as the club prepares for the expected departure of Michael Carrick.
Sources told BBC Sport that Pochettino wants to become Manchester United’s next manager once the club formally approaches him.
The 54-year-old is currently in charge of the United States men’s national team after signing a contract in August.
Despite his interest in the United job, Pochettino is said to be handling the situation carefully out of respect for the US Soccer Federation.
Manchester United would have to pay around $10 million (£7.5 million) to buy out his contract before completing the appointment.
The move comes as Carrick is expected to leave his position within the next two days, allowing United to move quickly in appointing a successor.
Pochettino is currently preparing the United States for their Concacaf Nations League quarter-final against Haiti, making the timing of any agreement particularly sensitive.
The former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea boss remains one of the most experienced managers linked with the Manchester United job.
An official approach from Manchester United is expected after Carrick’s future is confirmed.
