Michael Carrick Sacked by Manchester United After a Poor Run of Results

Michael Carrick has been dismissed as Manchester United head coach, bringing his difficult spell in charge to an end, according to the report. The decision was confirmed on Thursday morning after a run of results left the team in a precarious position in the Premier League. United had collected just one league win in their first 10 matches and were sitting 18th, with eight points. The report also says the club struggled in European and domestic cup competitions, keeping Carrick under pressure throughout the campaign. A heavy Champions League defeat at Como and a 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth had already raised doubts about his future. The club initially gave him more time, but results did not improve enough. A 4-4 draw against Aston Villa was the team’s final match before the international break. Carrick arrived at the club’s training ground as usual on Thursday, the report says, and was informed of the decision after meetings involving chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox. The club is now expected to look for a permanent replacement. The report identifies Mauricio Pochettino as the leading candidate. It says United are working to activate a release clause estimated at around $10 million, while also negotiating personal terms. Pochettino is under contract with the United States national team until 2030, according to the article.