Pep Guardiola eyed for new manager’s job in dramatic swoop

US Soccer want Pep Guardiola to replace Mauricio Pochettino as the men’s national team head coach, talkSPORT understands. Pochettino looks set to leave for Premier League giants Manchester United having agreed a deal in principle to replace Michael Carrick. Those overseeing the managerial change in the United States set-up want to hire Guardiola in what would be a sensational appointment. The Spaniard has been out of management since the summer when he left Manchester City after a decade at the club. Guardiola won six Premier League titles and the Champions League, but has never managed at international level. This is a developing story and is being updated . For the latest updates, breaking news alerts, and comprehensive analysis, refresh this page or follow our real-time news coverage by watching and listening to talkSPORT live . For broader context, explore related coverage on our homepage for the top trending stories. For the latest talkSPORT videos, download the app . talkSPORT cares about getting it right, not just getting it first and because this is a developing situation, details will change. We will be updating this page constantly with verified info, expert takes, and official statements. Stay tuned for further developments as this story continues to break.