· Carrick sacked as Pochettino agrees to take over ↓
Michael Carrick, the head coach of Manchester United, arrived at Carrington on Thursday morning amid widespread anticipation that he would be sacked following a dismal start to the season. The club currently finds itself in the relegation zone, having secured just one win from their first ten matches in the Premier League, marking the worst start since 1986. Reports indicate that Carrick will be informed of his dismissal in face-to-face talks with club executives, including chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox, who returned from Monaco the previous night after discussions about Carrick's future with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazer family.
The decision to part ways with Carrick has been brewing for several days, as Berrada and Wilcox lost faith in his ability to turn the team's fortunes around. They had flown to Monaco to finalize recommendations for Carrick's dismissal, which were presented to the club's hierarchy. Despite the looming announcement, Carrick was seen arriving at the training ground in his Land Rover at 7:50 AM, suggesting he was still committed to his duties up until the end.S2
Mauricio Pochettino, currently the coach of the USA men's national team, has reportedly agreed to terms to replace Carrick. Pochettino's contract includes a $10 million (£7.5 million) release clause, and negotiations are ongoing about his potential departure from the national team, especially with the Concacaf Nations League quarter-final against Haiti approaching. The first leg of that match is scheduled for Saturday at 9:30 PM UK time, with the second leg taking place early Wednesday morning.S2
As Manchester United prepares for this significant managerial change, the club is grappling with the implications of a coaching transition that has become a recurring theme in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era. Carrick's tenure, which began after a successful interim period, has ultimately been deemed unsuccessful, leading to the decision to bring in Pochettino. This shift underscores the ongoing challenges that the club faces in restoring its former glory and competitiveness in the Premier League.S1
Manchester United sack head coach Michael Carrick
- The club confirmed Carrick has departed his role as men's first-team head coach after a disappointing start to the season, saying a change was necessary.
- Hindustantimes reports the decision follows a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, leaving United in the Premier League relegation zone.
- Carrick is the fourth full-time manager shown the door in five years, according to Hindustantimes.
- Al Jazeera reports the club will appoint a permanent successor as quickly as possible.
- Tribune reports United have won only three of their 15 matches in all competitions under Carrick this season.
Carrick sacked as Pochettino agrees to take over
- Myfootballfacts reports Pochettino has verbally agreed to replace Carrick, with a release clause of around £7m in his USA contract.
- Myfootballfacts reports Carrick's assistants Jonny Evans and Jonathan Woodgate are also expected to leave the club.
- Myfootballfacts reports Pochettino is expected to start at United next Thursday.
