Manchester United are expected to announce the appointment of Ralf Rangnick on Monday.

The Sun says United and Lokomotiv Moscow, where Rangnick is technical director, have reached an agreement over the release from his contract.

The German's deal runs to 2024 and Loko have agreed to cut him loose without a fee involved.

It's suggested Rangnick will look after United until the end of the season before he changes to an advisory role, which will involve choosing the long-term manager.

In the Bundesliga, the now 63-year-old worked for Schalke 04, TSG Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig, among others.