Sir Jim Ratcliffe pushes Michael Carrick's sack plan as United falters
Michael Carrick’s future at Manchester United hung in the balance after the Reds suffered a 3‑0 defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday, prompting Sir Jim Ratcliffe to accelerate plans for the coach’s dismissal as Utd have won just two of their twelve league games this season.
Add to preferred sources Comments Sport Kieran King 04:00, 26 Oct 2026 View Image. Goals from Rayan, Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson sealed the victory, condemning the Reds to a third loss in four and extending their winless streak to eight matches across all competitions.
United’s league decline
United have slipped to 16th in the Premier League, gathering only seven points from a possible 24. The side have not recorded a top‑flight win since defeating Ipswich Town in August, underscoring the depth of their current crisis.
After the Bournemouth loss, Carrick appeared dejected on the sidelines and admitted uncertainty about leading the team for the upcoming trip to Chelsea next Saturday.
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Board moves and managerial candidates
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and United’s senior executives are now expected to speed up the appointment of a new head coach, with insiders saying Michael Carrick will be relieved. Former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann and ex‑Newcastle manager Eddie Howe top the shortlist, while director of football Jason Wilcox and chief executive Omar Berrada will recommend a replacement to the co‑owner.
Former England defender Gary Neville and ex‑Liverpool analyst Jamie Carragher have both urged United to dismiss Carrick after the defeat, and Rhodri Giggs, brother of legend Ryan, launched a profanity‑laden attack on Neville on X, accusing the former defender of failing to hold Sir Jim Ratcliffe accountable.
Neville and Carragher demand Carrick's dismissal at Manchester United
With United perched just one point above the relegation zone, the club’s next performance will be crucial, and all eyes will be on Man United’s board as they decide whether to part ways with Carrick before the Chelsea fixture.