Michael Carrick's future at Manchester United uncertain after defeat

Manchester United faces a critical situation as they sit 16th in the Premier League following a 3-0 loss to Bournemouth on October 22. The defeat has put manager Michael Carrick's position in jeopardy, with reports indicating his future is 'hanging by a thread.' INEOS, the club's ownership group, reportedly had plans to part ways with him prior to the match, but the poor performance solidified that intention. Carrick acknowledged the precarious nature of his role when asked about job security after the game. Meanwhile, Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are considered possible successors, as both are free agents.

• 5:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Hanging by a thread’: Sky provide bleak update on Carrick’s future as INEOS line up two successors