ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Atlanta United is finalizing a deal to bring in Gerardo “Tata” Martino as its next manager, according to reports .

The Argentinean was the club’s first-ever manager, guiding the team during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. The Five Stripes won the 2018 MLS Cup in his last match with the club. They were the quickest expansion team to win an MLS title since the Chicago Fire won in their first season in 1998.

FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2018, file photo, Atlanta United MLS soccer team head coach Gerado ""Tata" Martino directs his players during the second half of a match against Orlando City, in Orlando, Fla. Coach Tata Martino is leaving Atlanta United at the end of the MLS season. United made the announcement Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018, saying Martino turned down a

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