Manchester United opt for change after 4‑4 draw, Carrick out
Manchester United have dismissed head coach Michael Carrick. Man Utd issued a statement that it reached an “extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary”. It follows United’s 4‑4 draw with Aston Villa on Sunday, leaving them in the Premier League relegation zone.
The move follows a Monaco meeting between owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and executives Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox.
The Manchester United Supporters' Trust, representing the club's Supporters, said, “It is time for the owners to explain themselves”.
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Former Tottenham and Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is ready to accept an offer, and United have opened talks with him.
Carrick took interim charge in January, led the club to a third‑place finish and signed a two‑year deal in the summer.
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