Manchester United are increasingly expected to sack head coach Michael Carrick following the club’s disappointing start to the 2026/27 season.
According to BBC Sport, although the club’s management has yet to make a final decision, senior officials, including chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox, are expected to recommend Carrick’s dismissal to minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazer family.
United’s poor form has intensified concerns at Old Trafford, with the club currently sitting 18th in the Premier League table. Their recent 4-4 draw against Aston Villa further exposed their defensive weaknesses and extended their disappointing run.
The Red Devils have managed just one victory in their last 10 Premier League matches, recording their worst start to a top-flight campaign since the 1986/87 season. They have also conceded 19 goals, highlighting the defensive problems that have plagued Carrick’s side.
Several managers have reportedly emerged as potential replacements, including former Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, ex-Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann, Antonio Conte and Mauricio Pochettino, who currently manages the United States national team.
Carrick, who signed a two-year contract last summer, was previously given additional time to turn things around following the 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. However, with results failing to improve significantly, his position appears increasingly uncertain.
Manchester United are expected to use the November international break to assess their managerial situation, with a final decision on Carrick’s future still pending.
Source: BBC Sport
