Southampton boss shares update on Manchester United pursuit of Jason Wilcox
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United have received a significant update on Jason Wilcox from Southampton manager Russell Martin, who believes it's 'likely' that the director of football will make the switch to Old Trafford.
The Red Devils have identified Wilcox as their preferred candidate for the new technical director role as part of their revamped recruitment team and made an approach to Southampton last week.
Wilcox tendered his resignation and United have proposed a compensation package equivalent to a year's salary to the South Coast club, believing this satisfies a buyout clause in his contract.
However, Southampton are contesting the existence of such a clause and may require Wilcox to serve a year's notice on his current contract before he can change roles. ALSO READ: Manchester United might be about to make their most important signing in years ALSO READ: Why Man United want Jason Wilcox as his five best Man City and Southampton transfers speak volumes Despite the ongoing dispute, speaking to BBC Radio Solent, the Saints boss still anticipates Wilcox making the move, stating: "Being brutally honest, the people it affects the most are me and his coaching staff because he brought us into the club." Martin continued: "I don’t think it’s affected the players.
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