The former Manchester CIty boss has been heavily linked with a return to England since David Moyes' departure earlier this week.

Pellegrini has been in charge of Chinese Super League outfit Hebei China Fortune for the past two years, failing to achieve similar success to his time at the Etihad.

Rafael Benitez emerged as a rival for the West Ham role on Thursday.

However, according to Chilean outfit Pauta, Pellegrini has already agreed his return to England.

The publication reports the 64-year-old agreed terms on Thursday, and will be unveiled officially on Monday.