Manchester United have officially sacked manager Michael Carrick following their poorest start to a Premier League season in club history. The decision comes after the team accumulated just eight points from 10 matches, leaving them in the relegation zone. Carrick, who previously led the club to a third-place finish in the 2022-23 season, was removed from his role after less than six months in charge.
Reports indicate that former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is expected to replace Carrick. United have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Pochettino, who is currently the head coach of the United States national team. The club is set to confirm the appointment in the coming days. Carrick’s tenure was marked by a mix of defensive struggles and inconsistent performances, with key losses including a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth and a 4-1 Champions League loss to a lower-ranked opponent.
Carrick joined United in 2022 after a successful stint as a player with the club, where he was a key figure in their 2012-13 Premier League title-winning campaign. His managerial career began with Middlesbrough before moving to United. The club’s board cited the need for a “fresh direction” as the primary reason for the sacking. With the Premier League season entering its critical phase, United face mounting pressure to stabilize their position and avoid relegation. The arrival of Pochettino is seen as a strategic move to inject new energy and tactical clarity into the squad.
