Pochettino has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United's head coach, according to reports.

United chief executive Umar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are expected to meet club shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monaco to discuss Carrick's future. A decision on the coach is expected at the meeting, with Ratcliffe set to receive advice on a possible change in management.

Pochettino, who is currently the head coach of the United national team, is the preferred candidate to replace Carrick. Reports indicate that Pochettino is interested in taking charge at Old Trafford, with a release clause of around £10 million allowing him to terminate his current contract.

Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are also among the coaches being considered for the position.

Carrick signed a two-year contract with United last summer, which included an exit clause allowing him to leave the club. However, the team's low position in the league table and the club's hopes of securing a financially significant Champions League place have increased pressure on the management.