He is understood to be the front runner to take over from Ruben Amorim.
Ole Gunner Solskjaer is poised to take over as Manchester United's interim manager until the end of the season.
The Norweigan - who had three years in charge between 2018 and 2021 - is understood to be the front runner to take over from Ruben Amorim.
Tonight, Darren Fletcher will lead the team for their Premier League encounter away at Burnley.
United's match at Turf Moor is one of two matches kicking off at a quarter past eight

Tuesday Morning Sports Update
All Ireland Football Championship Opening Round Fixtures Confirmed
Tommy O'Brien Among Injury Doubts For Leinster's Champion Cup Final On Saturday
Monday Morning Sports Update
Sunday Evening Sports Update
Mourinho's Benefica Go Unbeaten but Miss Title
Brave Kildare Fall Short in Leinster Ladies Final
Chelsea Appoint Xabi Alonso as New Manager