Russell Martin's move to Southampton is finally set to be confirmed with Swansea City hoping to name Barnsley's Michael Duff as his successor.
Martin agreed to become Southampton boss in May but his move has been held up by a dispute over compensation due to Swansea for his services.
Martin is now set to be appointed by Saints ahead of their return to pre-season training next week.
Swansea, meanwhile, are working on a deal for Duff.
The former Northern Ireland defender, 45, could be in place in time for the start of Swansea's pre-season preparations, with the Welsh club's players due to return to training on Friday.