United and Villa representatives held talks earlier this month and personal terms were agreed before the player took off for his summer break.
Now Skysports.com are reporting that the England international has undergone a medical and is expected to finalise a five-year deal and an announcement will be made before the weekend.
Young has been in fine form for Aston Villa last season but wants to challenge himself with Champion’s league football, something he is not going to get at Villa Park.
The 25-year-old now looks set to get his wish with Manchester United.