Michael Carrick and Manchester United: Why the head coach is expected to be sacked
Carrick’s future remains unresolved
Manchester United’s board is continuing a process that could lead to Michael Carrick’s departure. Sources told BBC Sport that, despite the growing likelihood of a sacking, no final decision has been made.
Carrick signed a two-year contract with United last summer. The club’s position leaves his future uncertain as its poor domestic campaign continues.
A difficult start for United
United are 18th in the table after drawing 4-4 with Aston Villa on Sunday. The result means they have made their weakest start to a domestic campaign in 40 years.
The team’s position has put pressure on Carrick, while the board’s review continues. The report described the club as remaining committed to the process, without stating when a decision might come.
Conte and Pochettino linked
Former Chelsea coach Antonio Conte is known to be interested in the United job. Mauricio Pochettino, the former Tottenham manager, is also open to moving to Old Trafford, multiple sources told BBC Sport.
Pochettino’s agreement is understood to include clauses allowing him to leave for certain high-profile roles. The report also notes the United States’ two-leg Concacaf Nations League play-off against Haiti, scheduled for 14 and 18 November.
Key points
- United are increasingly likely to sack Michael Carrick, but no final decision has been made.
- The 4-4 draw with Aston Villa left United 18th in the table.
- United have recorded their worst domestic start in 40 years.
- Antonio Conte is keen on the role, while Mauricio Pochettino is open to moving to Old Trafford.