Manchester United directors meet to discuss Michael Carrick's future
- Manchester United directors are meeting in Monaco to discuss the future of head coach Michael Carrick.
- CEO Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are expected to recommend Carrick's dismissal to Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
- The club is currently 18th in the Premier League, marking its worst start to a season since 1986.
- Mauricio Pochettino is considered a leading candidate to replace Carrick if he is sacked.
- Michael Carrick led training on November 10 despite ongoing speculation about his position.
The club scheduled this meeting to determine whether to terminate the head coach's employment.
As of November 10, 2026, no final decision regarding Michael Carrick's position at Old Trafford has been made. The BBC reported on November 9, 2026, that the club had not reached a final decision regarding the potential sacking of their manager.
Wilcox and Berrada prepare to recommend dismissal
CEO Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are planning to recommend the dismissal of Michael Carrick. The Irish Times reported that the pair are prepared to recommend that the head coach be sacked.
Jason Wilcox is currently conducting a review of Michael Carrick's position at the club. The Athletic reported on November 9, 2026, that Manchester United is anticipated to dismiss him from his role as head coach.
Yahoo Sports reported on November 9, 2026, that reports indicated a decision regarding Michael Carrick's future had been reached following a draw against Aston Villa. Despite these reports, Michael Carrick conducted Manchester United's training session on November 10, 2026, while club executives prepared for upcoming talks.
Club struggles with worst start since 1986
Manchester United currently sits 18th in the Premier League, just one point above bottom-placed Crystal Palace. ESPN reported on 8 November that the club is in the relegation zone.
NewsCord stated on 10 November that this represents the club's worst start to a top-flight season since the 1986-87 campaign. The team has recorded three victories in 15 matches across all competitions this season.
The club is also 17th in the Champions League standings.
Carrick defends his position after 10-month tenure
Michael Carrick has served as head coach for 10 months, a period now under significant scrutiny. Regarding his position, Carrick said "I deserve to keep job".
Mauricio Pochettino emerges as leading candidate for vacancy
Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a leading candidate to replace Michael Carrick. The club has maintained a long-standing interest in the manager for a decade.
His managerial record includes winning one Ligue 1 title and one French Cup. Sky Sports News reported that Pochettino would be open to discussing the position if approached by the club.
A reported buyout clause for his release is valued at $10 million (£7.44m). However, Sky Sports News estimated the cost to release him from his USA contract at approximately £7 million.
Club prepares for Liverpool fixture on November 22
Manchester United faces a fixture against Liverpool at Anfield. The match is scheduled for November 22.
Manchester United's status in the Premier League
The club competes in the Premier League, which is the top tier of English football.
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