Reif: 'I think Nagelsmann will coach United'

Manchester United finds no peace, as every defeat immediately triggers clear words about the manager. After the 0‑2 defeat to FC Chelsea, the Red Devils have been waiting for their first win for nine league games. For Michael Carrick the situation is becoming increasingly uncomfortable.

The former United professional player is supposed to stabilise the traditional club, but the hoped‑for turnaround has not materialised. Therefore there is intense speculation about whether those in charge will soon make another managerial change. Marcel Reif has a particular candidate in mind. That comes from Richard Sellers.

Reif's assessment of the managerial question

In the broadcast the TV expert voiced live the suspicion that Carrick is already a kind of interim solution until talks with a successor are concluded. When asked whether Julian Nagelsmann will train Manchester United in the future, Reif answered unequivocally: “I think so.” The former national team coach brings a good reputation. Reif can imagine that both the club and Nagelsmann are basically open to a collaboration.

Reif finds it almost unimaginable that the 39‑year‑old Nagelsmann would shy away from a move to England: “If he doesn’t dare to do it, I don’t understand the world.” Given the sporting situation, a new manager in Manchester could practically start from zero – in Reif’s view even below that.

The link between United and Nagelsmann, however, does not rest solely on Reif’s forecast. According to Sky Sport, the currently club‑less coach remains among the possible alternatives in case of a Carrick departure. No decision about a managerial change or even an agreement with Nagelsmann is therefore linked. Carrick remains on the sidelines, while the pressure from the lack of results continues to grow.

Two other recently discussed options for Nagelsmann – Fenerbahçe Istanbul and Juventus Turin – play no role in this. According to Sky Sport, there is no truth to the rumours about Fenerbahçe Istanbul and Juventus Turin. For Reif United’s problems run deeper than the appointment of a manager. Since Sir Alex Ferguson's departure, numerous high‑profile coaches and changing sporting directors have been unable to create lasting stability.