Michael Carrick will conduct his press conference ahead of Manchester United's trip to Chelsea
Michael Carrick will conduct his press conference ahead of Manchester United's trip to Chelsea
Welcome to our coverage of Michael Carrick's Manchester United pre-match press conference ahead of the trip to Chelsea.
Carrick has been at the centre of a storm this week following Sunday's 3-0 loss to Bournemouth. It was anticipated he would be sacked following that result, but after the United hierarchy's crisis talks they have decided to give Carrick another chance.
On Tuesday, Carrick sat down with captain Bruno Fernandes to hold clear-the-air talks. Fernandes criticised the head coach's tactics after the defeat to Como and was subsequently dropped for the clash with Bournemouth.
Carrick is now understood to consider the matter closed. However, it is likely to be brought up in today's press conference, along with questions about the boss' future.
Away from Carrick and his position at the club, we will also receive United's team news before they head to the capital. Benjamin Sesko is out until at least January with a shin injury, but there was good news for Kobbie Mainoo as he returned to training this week.
Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United in action during a first team training session at Carrington Training Ground on August 18, 2026 in Manchester, England
Kobbie Mainoo has returned to first team training(Image: 2026 Manchester United FC)