The former France midfielder could look to recruit some of his former charges from the Elite Development Squad as he begins his adventure in MLS.
New York City FC head coach Patrick Vieira will sit down with Manchester City chiefs to discuss potential loan moves for the Premier League club's young stars.
Vieira had been in charge of the Blues' Elite Development Squad - and Under-19s in European competition - since 2013 but oversaw his final match in midweek and will now focus on his new assignment in Major League Soccer.
The Frenchman takes up his new role on Jan.