Deschamps declines Manchester United managerial offer amid Carrick's struggle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 6:07 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Didier Deschamps has turned down an opportunity to become Manchester United's manager, following an approach from the club to replace Michael Carrick. Carrick faces pressure following only one win in nine Premier League matches. Deschamps, currently a free agent after stepping down from his role with France, is not looking to return to management at this time. Other candidates for the United position include Unai Emery and Julian Nagelsmann, though both have reservations about the role. Carrick, however, recently secured a UEFA Champions League victory, which may ease some of the scrutiny ahead of a crucial upcoming match against Aston Villa.
- •Deschamps has no interest in managing Manchester United.
- •Carrick's position is uncertain after nine winless matches.
- •Deschamps is on sabbatical after leaving the France national team.
- •United also considering Emery and Nagelsmann for the managerial role.
- •Carrick won a Champions League match, providing temporary relief.
- 6:07 PMYahoo Sports — Didier Deschamps responds to Manchester United approach with Michael Carrick's future uncertain
"Didier Deschamps has reportedly responded to an approach from Manchester United about replacing Michael Carrick as manager, with the former France boss currently a free agent
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