Manchester/IBNS, Nov. 13 -- Manchester United have reportedly reached an agreement with United States men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino to replace Michael Carrick, who was sacked by the Premier League club on Thursday, media reports said.

According to Sky Sports, Manchester United have struck a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Argentine manager.

Pochettino is expected to remain at Old Trafford until the summer of 2029.

Carrick was relieved of his duties after United dropped to 18th place in the league standings, ahead of only Sunderland and Crystal Palace.

With just eight points from 10 matches, United find themselves behind Coventry and face the prospect of relegation.

The club's reported decision to appoint Pochet...