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Carrick on the brink of the sack at Manchester United
Manager Michael Carrick is fighting for his job after the club's worst start to a season in decades. Julian Nagelsmann is being linked as a potential successor.
A managerial change could soon be on the cards at Manchester United after all.
According to reports from the BBC, the club hierarchy intends to use the current international break to discuss Michael Carrick's future. A decision is expected shortly. However, according to Sky Sports, nothing has been finalised yet.
The team's form is working against the 45-year-old: United have managed just one victory from their opening ten league matches. After eight winless games, the English record champions have slipped to 18th in the table, dropping into the relegation zone.
Nagelsmann on candidate shortlist
Carrick initially took charge on an interim basis in January, guiding the Red Devils into the Champions League. In May, he was handed a contract running until 2028. Since then, however, results have declined significantly.
In the event of a dismissal, several potential successors are already being linked with the role. According to The Athletic, the shortlist of candidates includes Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann, US manager Mauricio Pochettino, and former Newcastle boss Eddie Howe.
Furthermore, Antonio Conte is reportedly interested in the position.
Two other high-profile names have reportedly turned down the role >>>
