Manchester United explore managerial options as Carrick faces pressure
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 1:26 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Michael Carrick is set to remain in charge for Manchester United's upcoming match against Bournemouth following a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League. The club has begun identifying potential replacements, including Eddie Howe, Antonio Conte, and Julian Naglesmann. Carrick's future is uncertain amid performances that have seen the team win only two of their last eleven matches. Bruno Fernandes criticized Carrick's tactics post-match, adding to the scrutiny on the head coach's leadership. While some at the club believe in giving Carrick more time due to past successes, the ongoing poor form has raised significant concerns.
- •Carrick remains in charge for Sunday's match against Bournemouth.
- •United's management is considering replacements following recent results.
- •Eddie Howe, Antonio Conte, and Julian Naglesmann are among the candidates.
- •Bruno Fernandes questioned Carrick's tactics after the loss to Como.
- •The club has won only two of their last eleven matches.
- 1:26 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Carrick update as Man United make decision ahead of Bournemouth clash
- 12:48 PMYahoo Sports — Carrick carrying on as normal as Man Utd eye possible replacements
- 12:48 PMBBC Sport — Carrick carrying on as normal as Man Utd eye possible replacements
"While head coach Michael Carrick is expected to be in charge for Sunday's match against Bournemouth, Manchester United begin the process of identifying possible replacements.
"While head coach Michael Carrick is expected to be in charge for Sunday's match against Bournemouth, Manchester United begin the process of identifying possible replacements.
"United are preparing for Sunday’s game against Bournemouth as usual with under-fire Carrick set to take charge
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 22, 2026, 1:26 PMMichael Carrick update as Man United make decision ahead of Bournemouth clash
United are preparing for Sunday’s game against Bournemouth as usual with under-fire Carrick set to take charge
- Yahoo SportsOct 22, 2026, 12:48 PMCarrick carrying on as normal as Man Utd eye possible replacements
While head coach Michael Carrick is expected to be in charge for Sunday's match against Bournemouth, Manchester United begin the process of identifying possible replacements.
- BBC SportOct 22, 2026, 12:48 PMCarrick carrying on as normal as Man Utd eye possible replacements
While head coach Michael Carrick is expected to be in charge for Sunday's match against Bournemouth, Manchester United begin the process of identifying possible replacements.
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