India, Nov. 13 -- Pep Guardiola has emerged as a leading candidate to replace Mauricio Pochettino as head coach of the United States men's national team (USMNT), should the Argentine leave for Manchester United. According to a report by The Athletic, US Soccer is prepared to make the former Manchester City manager a top target as it plans for a possible vacancy ahead of the 2030 World Cup cycle.

Pochettino is reportedly interested in taking charge at Old Trafford, where Manchester United are considering a managerial change. However, neither his departure from the USMNT nor Guardiola's appointment has been officially confirmed.

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