Michael Carrick’s job at risk: Five candidates who could become Manchester United’s next manager if he is sacked

Published 10 Nov 2026, 15:45 IST

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New Delhi, November 10 (IANS): Michael Carrick's future as Manchester United head coach is expected to face a setback as the Premier League club is reportedly looking for his replacements.  Having dropped into the relegation zone after Nottingham Forest's 3-1 victory over Manchester City last…

— The Morung Express
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Manchester United are languishing in 18th place in the English Premier League with just eight points from 10 games. Their latest result was a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at home. 

— Livemint

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With Michael Carrick's days as Manchester United manager reportedly numbered, we take a look at five possible candidates who could take over. 

Coverage arrived over 9 hours — first from Livemint, latest from The Morung Express.

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The Tribune Center The Tribune Trust 10 Nov 2026, 10:17 IST

Michael Carrick likely to be relieved as Manchester United head coach; Pochettino, Nagelsmann lead replacement race

Heading into the international break, the Red Devils are 18th in the Premier League, sitting in the relegation zone following a thrilling 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at home after two stoppage-time goals from United.

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Livemint Center-Right HT Media Ltd. Current article 10 Nov 2026, 15:45 IST

Michael Carrick’s job at risk: Five candidates who could become Manchester United’s next manager if he is sacked

With Michael Carrick's days as Manchester United manager reportedly numbered, we take a look at five possible candidates who could take over. 

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India TV Right Independent News Service 10 Nov 2026, 16:56 IST

Manchester United set to sack Michael Carrick as club line up replacements: Report

Manchester United are suffering in the ongoing season. The 20-time league champions sits in 18th place in the league standings with one win, five draws, and four losses in the 10 matches that they have played so far. The side recently took on Aston Villa in the league and drew the game 4-4 .

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Deccan Chronicle Center Deccan Chronicle Holdings 10 Nov 2026, 17:03 IST

Mauricio Pochettino Favored To Be Next Manchester United Manager: Report

Manchester United reportedly are considering firing manager Michael Carrick after the squad has slipped to 18th in the Premier League table

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The Morung Express Center 10 Nov 2026, 17:08 IST

Manchester United expected to sack Michael Carrick as head coach: Report

New Delhi, November 10 (IANS): Michael Carrick's future as Manchester United head coach is expected to face a setback as the Premier League club is reportedly looking for his replacements.  Having dropped into the relegation zone after Nottingham Forest's 3-1 victory over Manchester City last…

Compare on Varta → Read at The Morung Express ↗