Michael Carrick has been confirmed to stay as the manager of Man United as of now. After the heavy loss of 3-0 against Bournemouth, there were serious speculations about him being sacked. The decision of benching Bruno Fernandes did not give a good result. Reputed journalists have reported that Carrick will be in charge. However, he needs to show improvement at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea on Saturday.
Michael Carrick will remain as the manager of Man United
Fans and media outlets were nearly confirmed that Man United will fire Michael Carrick from his position very soon. Pressure had started to build lately on the English coach after remaining winless in the last 8 games. The 3-0 loss against the Cherries in the Premier League could have the last nail on his coffin. But surprising everyone, Man United hierarchy has decided to keep him as the head coach of the team.
The Athletic’s correspondent, Laurie Whitwell has reported, “Carrick will be given the chance to turn results around. Carrick is taking training at Carrington, staff and players preparing for Saturday trip to Chelsea.” Before this confirmation, The Athletic reported that there are chances that the Red Devils could not sack the 45-year-old immediately. They may not able to bear the compensation fee required to sack him. That could be one of the reasons to continue with him.
Another trusted Man United source has confirmed the same thing. He posted on X, “Understand Michael Carrick will be given the opportunity to turn things around at Manchester United. Training taking place as normal and the focus is on delivering a response at Chelsea on Saturday.”
Michael Carrick’s managerial career so far, according to FOTMOB:
Clubs Games managed Wins Draws Losses Win(%)
Manchester United 32 16 8 8 50%
Middlesbrough 136 63 24 49 46.3%
What made United officials take this decision?
Man United board was ready to shift their attention from Carrick to some new candidate. The Premier League club’s technical director, Jason Wilcox heavily admires Eddie Howe. He is currently out of any job. Unai Emery is another manager who could have been the face of a new project at Old Trafford. His style of football displayed by Aston Villa is sensational. But Villa would ask for a hefty compensation fee for the Spanish tactician.
On Sunday, fans conveyed their message that they are with Carrick. Moreover, they also portrayed their dissatisfaction with the ownership group, the management and the players. The officials had to continue with Michael Carrick. But this decision may fail as players may not want to play under the manager.
Man United’s upcoming games are a big challenge for Michael Carrick
The 4-1 loss against Como in the Champions League and the loss against Bournemouth have already put Carrick under pressure. Adding to that, the upcoming fixtures may not help his situation. His side’s last victory came against Sabah in September in Champions League.
The Red Devils have to face Chelsea in Premier League on Saturday. Then Roma will visit Old Trafford in UCL and the Italian side are performing very well in their league. The next game will be against Emery’s Aston Villa which will be just before the international break.
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