# Michael Carrick Stays at Man Utd as Chelsea Match Approaches

> Michael Carrick remains Man Utd's head coach for Chelsea match despite recent losses.
- Title: Michael Carrick Stays at Man Utd as Chelsea Match Approaches
- Summary: Michael Carrick remains Man Utd's head coach for Chelsea match despite recent losses. Michael Carrick will stay as Man Utd's head coach for Saturday's…
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- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/football/news/12040/13604361/michael-carrick-why-man-utd-head-coach-will-stay-on-and-could-bruno-fernandes-play-vs-chelsea-plus-other-key-questions
- Published: 2026-10-27T14:40:00+00:00
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- Topics: man utd, michael carrick, bruno fernandes, chelsea, premier league, manchester united, head coach, football, sky sports, training, sports
## Carrick's coaching decision
Michael Carrick will remain Man Utd's head coach for Saturday's Premier League match against Chelsea.
## Recent form and pressure
Man Utd has gone winless in eight games after a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth.
## Leadership discussion
United's director of football Jason Wilcox and chief executive Omar Berrada discussed Carrick's future on Monday.
## Contenders for replacement
Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are potential replacements for Carrick.
## Rob Dorsett's view
Rob Dorsett says Carrick's decision is a stay of execution due to United's poor form.
## Kaveh Solhekol's view
Kaveh Solhe: Carrick needs time to turn United's form around.
## Alan Smith's view
Alan Smith thinks Carrick's position is a temporary holdover for United's leadership.
## Fernandes' potential return
Bruno Fernandes may return to play against Chelsea if he apologizes to Carrick.
## Player support question
Players' support for Carrick is critical for his retention.
## Chelsea match outcome
A win against Chelsea could delay Carrick's potential sacking but not guarantee his position.
## Fan reaction
Fans applauded Carrick after the Bournemouth defeat but players are disengaged.
## Key takeaway

Michael Carrick will stay as Man Utd's head coach for Saturday's Chelsea match after a 3-0 loss to Bournemouth.