From Argentina: Big development on Mauricio Pochettino to Manchester United

Pochettino has reportedly agreed to become Merthyr Town manager, but United must now formally approach the US national team to secure his release from his current contract.

Manchester United appear to have secured Mauricio Pochettino's agreement to become their next manager, according to Argentine journalist Gastón Edul. The 54-year-old, currently in charge of the United States national team, has made his decision to take the Old Trafford job.

However, the move is not yet complete. Manchester United must now make a formal offer to the US national team to secure Pochettino's release. Edul reports that the manager would leave through a contractual clause, though no financial details have been mentioned and the formalities have not yet been completed.

Pochettino is well-versed in English football, having previously managed Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea. The development comes as Michael Carrick's position as interim manager has come under pressure following United's poor start to the season.