Mauricio Pochettino is set to become the new Manchester United manager after agreeing a deal to take charge at Old Trafford.

The Argentine is reportedly set to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract, which will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029. An official announcement could arrive as soon as Friday.

Pochettino is expected to honour his international commitments with the United States men's national team before making the move to Manchester.

Pochettino set for Manchester United appointment

The 54-year-old is currently in charge of the USMNT but is now poised to replace Michael Carrick following the Englishman's departure from Old Trafford.

Reports indicate that Pochettino will lead the United States during the upcoming international break before arriving at Manchester United in time to prepare for their Premier League meeting with Liverpool.

United are scheduled to travel to Anfield on Sunday, November 22, in what would be Pochettino's first match in charge.

The former Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager has long been admired by the Manchester United hierarchy, having previously been considered for the role on multiple occasions.

The club's pursuit gathered momentum after they identified a release clause in his United States contract, with reports putting the fee at around £7m.

Pochettino's appointment is expected to bring an end to the uncertainty surrounding United's managerial position, with the club now moving towards confirming their new head coach.