Reports in Italy and England suggest that former Olympique de Marseille head coach Roberto De Zerbi is interested in becoming the next manager of Manchester United, with speculation growing over the future of current boss Michael Carrick ahead of the summer.
According to multiple reports, De Zerbi is monitoring the situation at Manchester United and would be open to discussions should the position become available. Carrick, who has faced increasing scrutiny during a difficult campaign, is believed to be under pressure to improve results before the end of the season.
De Zerbi, widely regarded as one of Europe’s most progressive coaches, has built a reputation for his possession-based, high-pressing style. The Italian previously impressed during spells in Serie A and the Premier League before moving to Marseille, where he continued to develop his reputation for attacking football and tactical innovation.
Although he only recently departed Marseille, sources claim the 46-year-old is keen on a return to the Premier League and views the United job as one of the most prestigious roles in world football.
Old Trafford officials are not thought to have made formal contact at this stage, but De Zerbi’s availability has inevitably fuelled speculation among supporters and pundits.
Carrick, meanwhile, remains focused on stabilising United’s form during the closing months of the campaign. The former United midfielder took charge amid a period of transition at the club and has sought to rebuild consistency while integrating younger players into the first team.
However, United’s mixed performances have led to questions over whether the club’s hierarchy might pursue a more experienced managerial appointment in the summer as they look to reassert themselves among Europe’s elite.
De Zerbi’s philosophy has drawn widespread praise across the game, with many observers crediting him with developing fluid attacking structures and encouraging technically confident build-up play from the back. Those traits, some analysts argue, could align with United’s desire to modernise their playing style.
Still, any potential move remains firmly in the realm of speculation. Manchester United’s leadership has yet to publicly comment on Carrick’s long-term future, and no shortlist of potential replacements has been confirmed.
But as the summer approaches, the possibility of De Zerbi emerging as a candidate for the United job is already beginning to generate intrigue across the European football landscape.
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