Manchester United are poised to make a decisive move regarding the future of head coach Michael Carrick, with club leadership set to convene in Monaco on Wednesday to discuss his potential dismissal. The meeting, expected to determine Carrick’s fate at Old Trafford, comes after a dismal start to the 2026/27 Premier League season that has seen the Red Devils slip into the relegation zone.
Chief executive Omar Berrada, director of football Jason Wilcox, and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe are scheduled to attend the session. Reports indicate that Berrada and Wilcox are likely to recommend ending Carrick’s tenure, although no final decision has been officially announced. The pressure on the former midfielder has intensified following a run of form in which United have failed to secure a victory since August, winning only one of their opening ten league matches.
The club’s current standing marks its lowest position at this stage of a top-flight campaign since the 1986/87 season. This downturn contrasts sharply with the previous season, during which Carrick was appointed on a permanent basis after leading the team to a third-place finish during his interim spell. The recent poor results have significantly increased scrutiny on the management team, prompting the urgent review in Monaco.
As the club prepares to potentially part ways with Carrick, Manchester United have reportedly opened discussions with Mauricio Pochettino regarding a possible replacement. The 54-year-old, who currently manages the United States national team, has extensive Premier League experience from his stints at Southampton, Tottenham, and Chelsea. Pochettino recently signed a contract extension with the US national team in August, which is reportedly backed by a $10 million release clause.
Other managerial candidates linked with the vacancy include former Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe and ex-Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann. The outcome of Wednesday’s meeting in Monaco will be pivotal in determining whether Carrick remains in charge or if the club moves forward with appointing a new head coach to stabilize the team’s position in the league.
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