Manchester United has sacked head coach Michael Carrick with immediate effect following a period of poor results, Fabrizio Romano reported on X.
The decision comes as the club sits in 18th place in the Premier League. After ten league matches, the team has secured only eight points, marking its worst start to a season in 40 years. This decline represents the club’s poorest league campaign since the 1986/1987 season, DennĂk N reported.
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Carrick had previously been viewed as a stabilizing figure. After Ruben Amorim’s departure, Carrick took over as a temporary manager, leading the team to third place and securing Champions League qualification. The club had subsequently offered him a permanent contract through 2028, DennĂk N reported.
The team’s recent form includes an eight-match winless streak. Their last victory occurred on August 30 against Ipswich Town, Pravda reported. On Sunday, United drew 4-4 against Aston Villa after trailing by two goals twice, Pravda reported.
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The club is currently negotiating with Mauricio Pochettino to take over as the new manager, Teraz.sk reported. Pochettino, the current United States national team coach, is a candidate with significant English experience, having previously managed Southampton, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur, Aktuality reported.
According to Teraz.sk, United is working to finalize personal terms with the Argentine coach. While Pochettino signed a contract with the US national team through the 2030 World Cup, he reportedly has a clause allowing him to join a high-profile club, Teraz.sk reported.
The club may need to pay a release clause of approximately $10 million to secure his services, Teraz.sk reported. Other names linked to the position include Eddie Howe, Julian Nagelsmann, and Antonio Conte, though The Guardian reported via Pravda that Howe is a preferred candidate for sporting director Jason Wilcox.
Did you know?
Manchester United’s current 18th-place standing is their lowest position in the Premier League since the 1986/1987 season.
| Metric | Current Season Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 18th | Relegation zone |
| Points Earned | 8 | From 10 matches |
| Winless Streak | 8 matches | Since August 30 |
Fan reaction has been critical following reports that co-owner Avram Glazer approved Pochettino’s arrival while Carrick was still conducting training sessions, Pravda reported.
Before his dismissal, Carrick stated his intention to lead the team to their upcoming match at Anfield, Pravda reported. United is scheduled to play Liverpool on November 22, Pravda reported.
How many points does Manchester United have this season?
The club has earned 8 points after playing 10 Premier League matches, Aktuality reported.
Who is the likely replacement for Michael Carrick?
Mauricio Pochettino, the current United States national team manager, is the primary candidate being negotiated with by the club, Teraz.sk reported.
What is the cost to sign Pochettino?
United may have to trigger a release clause valued at approximately $10 million, Teraz.sk reported.