Carrick urged to bench Bruno Fernandes before Bournemouth

Man Utd manager Michael Carrick and Duncan Ferguson say the Red Devils must drop captain Bruno Fernandes and consider selling him after his mid‑week outburst, with United having suffered a 4‑1 defeat to Como in the Champions League on Wednesday – their heaviest loss since a 4‑0 defeat to Barcelona in November 1994, and with a Sunday clash against Bournemouth looming.

Winless run and Bournemouth test

Man Utd have now gone seven matches without a win across all competitions, a slump that began before the Champions League tie. The defeat to Como left the Red Devils trailing heavily in the group, and they travel to Bournemouth on Sunday seeking their first points of the season. Carrick’s position has become precarious as the club searches for a turnaround.

Lisandro Martinez added to the turmoil last week by accusing the senior hierarchy of under‑investing during the summer transfer window. He retained his place after the outburst but later suffered an injury against Leeds United, further limiting United’s options on the left side.

Ferguson’s call to axe the captain

Duncan Ferguson warned that a player publicly questioning tactics is “completely and utterly out of order”. “For a player to come out and talk about their game tactics or their game plan is wrong,” he told The Overlap Daily, adding that United should never allow such remarks.

Man Utd face Carrick sack after brave Bruno benching vs Bournemouth

Bruno Fernandes responded in a post‑match interview, urging Carrick to “put people in the team who you can trust”. He warned that if Carrick does not reverse the decline, “he’s going to lose his job”, and suggested removing those who “don’t trust” the manager.

Fernandes, who enjoyed a stellar season under Carrick last term at Manchester United, has now gone seven games without a goal involvement in any competition. The lack of direct contributions has intensified calls for his removal despite his status as United’s captain.

Ferguson also argued that United missed an opportunity to cash in on the 32‑year‑old last summer, when he was “flying”. “If he’s causing you a problem, you get rid of him as soon as you can,” the former Everton striker said, comparing the situation to Martinez’s earlier outburst.

Manchester United weigh Carrick’s future after Bournemouth defeat

The upcoming clash with Bournemouth therefore represents a pivotal moment for Carrick. A positive result could ease pressure, but another defeat may see the club act on Ferguson’s advice and move on from Fernandes.