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Manchester United expected to sack Michael Carrick
Manchester United likely to fire head coach Michael Carrick after poor start.
In brief
Manchester United likely to fire head coach Michael Carrick after poor start. Manchester United expected to sack head coach Michael Carrick following a disastrous start to the season with one win in 10 Premier League matches. Originally reported by BBC News.
Manchester United likely to sack Michael Carrick
Manchester United look increasingly likely to sack head coach Michael Carrick after a poor start to the season.
Club plans reassessment during international break
The club opted to stick with Carrick after the 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth on 25 October, with the intention of reassessing the situation during this month's international break.
Growing expectation of sacking
Multiple sources have told BBC Sport that the board remain committed to that process, and that no final decision on Carrick's future has been made.
Worst start in 40 years
United, who are 18th in the table, have made their worst start to a domestic campaign in 40 years after a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa.
Former coaches considered
BBC Sport reported in October that the club had sounded out former Newcastle boss Eddie Howe and ex-Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann over replacing Carrick.
Antonio Conte and Pochettino interested
Former Chelsea coach Antonio Conte is known to be keen on the role, while multiple sources have told BBC Sport that former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is open to a move to Old Trafford.
Carrick's mixed results
Results during that time - a win, a draw and a defeat - were mixed, and displayed the best and worst of Carrick's reign with United shipping goals but displaying good character to come back…
Worst start in 40 years
With one victory in 10 Premier League matches, United have made their worst start to a top-flight campaign since the 1986/87 season.
Defensive issues
Only the Eagles and Ipswich have conceded more than the 19 goals United have shipped in the Premier League this season.
The main idea
Manchester United expected to sack head coach Michael Carrick following a disastrous start to the season with one win in 10 Premier League matches.
