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Manchester United consider Carrick’s future as Wilcox leads review
Manchester United are reviewing whether to sack head coach Michael Carrick, with director of football Jason Wilcox leading discussions with chief executive Omar Berrada. Their recommendation will go to Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who oversees the club’s sporting policy, as United sit in the Premier League relegation zone after winning only three of their past 15 matches.
Carrick was given three games to improve results after a 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth: United lost 2-0 to Chelsea, beat Roma 3-2 and drew 4-4 with Aston Villa. The performances were inconsistent, and United have repeatedly conceded early goals. No addition to Carrick’s coaching staff is planned; if he leaves, former Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is Wilcox’s preferred candidate and would consider the role.
In short
- United are assessing Carrick’s future after a poor run.
- The team has three wins in 15 matches.
- Eddie Howe is Wilcox’s preferred replacement.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
United are in the relegation zone and have won only three of their past 15 matches, with early goals conceded and inconsistent performances suggesting the current approach may not be working. A change could give the club a chance to steady results and appoint a coach Wilcox believes can improve the team’s prospects.
The case against
Carrick has had only three matches since being told to improve results, and that spell included a win and a draw as well as a defeat. Keeping him could offer continuity while the club assesses whether the problems reflect broader squad or coaching issues; another change may disrupt the team without guaranteeing better results.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Manchester United weighing up Michael Carrick sacking as Wilcox leads review”.