Pochettino's first transfer target comes from Arsenal's academy

Manchester United's first transfer target under Mauricio Pochettino has been identified, and the club is reported to have given the move the green light. The Argentine coach is expected to become INEOS's fourth permanent head coach since Michael Carrick was dismissed. Carrick had won only one of his first 10 matches of the season.

Pochettino's first target has also been set. The new management continues to see Arsenal's Hale End academy as a source, as it values young players who can be developed. Two of United's first signings under INEOS came from the Gunners. Ayden Heaven has proven to be a shrewd transfer, while 18-year-old Chido Obi is continuing his development on loan at Willem II.

According to TEAMtalk, Pochettino is considering turning to Folarin Balogun in January. United are said to be short of a clear goalscorer due to Benjamin Sesko's injury. Balogun, who came through Arsenal's academy and made his first-team debut under Arteta, is reported to be an attractive profit-making sale for Arsenal after a successful loan spell at Reims.