He visited Glanford Park on Wednesday and United hope that the Falkirk defender will become their second summer signing penning a deal later on Friday.
Meanwhile, ex Manchester United youngster Michael Lea is on trial with United after being released by the Red Devils this summer. The 20 year old enjoyed a loan spell at Royal Antwerp last season and Adkins sees him as a replacement for Marcus Williams if the left back does not sign a new deal.
"He is here for a couple of days for us to have a close look at" confirmed manager Nigel Adkins.