Michael Carrick looking on
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Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick could be sacked in the next few hours, but he still decided to show up at Carrington on Monday.
The 45-year-old’s job is hanging by a thread after suffering embarassing back-to-back defeats to Como (1-4) and Bournemouth (0-3) last week.
The Red Devils have only registered two victories in 12 matches across all competitions this season, and they are winless in their last eight. Following Sunday’s loss to the Cherries, they plummeted to a miserable 16th place in the Serie A table.
Michael Carrick in Carrington to watch Man Utd U21
Michael Carrick on the sidelines
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On Sunday, the Old Trafford faithful voiced their support for Carrick despite the horrific result, instead directing their anger at the players, directors, and owners.
But despite being the most popular man at the club, the 45-year-old is unlikely to survive the woeful run, especially amid rifts with the squad. For instance, MUFC captain Bruno Fernandes was dropped to the bench this weekend after publicly criticising the manager’s tactics after the defeat in Como.
On Monday, Man Utd’s top officials were all spotted arriving at Carrington in the morning for crunch talks. This includes CEO Omar Berrada, Director of Football Jason Wilcox, and Head of Recruitment Christopher Vivell.
Michael Carrick is due to watch the game. https://t.co/yqCvHJqu4L
— Katherine Walsh (@katwalshy1) October 26, 2026
Needless to say, Carrick isn’t part of the meeting, as the ongoing discussion centres around his future. However, the head coach still decided to drop by on the team’s day off.
According to multiple sources, including ESPN journalist Rob Dawson, Carrick arrived at the club’s training ground to attend a behind-closed-doors friendly between Man Utd U21 and Hull City U21.
Michael Carrick has arrived at the #mufc training ground, amid serious doubts over his future as the club’s head coach.
United’s director of football, Jason Wilcox and chief executive, Omar Berrada are also there, and are holding meetings to discuss his position.
Whilst…
— Rob Dorsett (@RobDorsettSky) October 26, 2026
What will Man Utd decide?
Unlike his predecessor, Ruben Amorim, Carrick has been keen to follow the club’s youth teams whenever possible, emphasising the academy’s great significance.
Ever so diligent, the Wallsend native is seemingly determined to perform his duties, even though the sack decision appears imminent.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 25: Michael Carrick, Manager of Manchester United, acknowledges the fans after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford on October 25, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 25: Michael Carrick, Manager of Manchester United, acknowledges the fans after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford on October 25, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)
At this stage, it’s incredibly difficult to imagine Carrick remaining in charge in time for Man Utd’s upcoming game against Chelsea on Saturday.
Eddie Howe has emerged as the favourite to replace the former MUFC midfielder, but bringing in a temporary caretaker for the Stamford Bridge game could be a more plausible scenario.
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