Manchester United is targeting Mauricio Pochettino to replace Jose Mourinho as manager.

An interim manager will take charge until the end of the season.

Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Pochettino attempted to play down the rumors, insisting that his focus remains with Spurs.

"You know after nearly five years there's a lot of rumors that happen in my position here. I cannot answer this type of question because this type of rumors happens in this business, in football.

"I respect the opinion of everyone -- when they praise me, when they don't agree with me. But it's not my business what happens in another club. I'm so focused on delivering my best job in this club and now we have ahead a very busy period.

"After nearly five years, what more do I need to say? From day one, not only in the coaching staff but with the players, there's a lot of rumors that happen. Today the business is like this.

"I accept the rumors when they're positive, when they're negative. I accept opinions when you win and people praise and when you lose and they're negative. That's part of our business and our job."

Spurs are likely to fight any United interest on Pochettino, who is also a target for Real Madrid.