Man Utd set to sack Michael Carrick as bombshell report published

United are expected to sack Carrick during the international break after a disastrous start leaves them 18th in the Premier League.

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to sack Michael Carrick after a disastrous start to the season has left them languishing in the relegation zone. According to The Athletic, United are expected to part company with the former England midfielder during the international break, with work already underway to identify potential replacements.

The bombshell report comes a day after United's 4-4 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford, which leaves them sitting 18th in the Premier League table.

While United insist no final decision has been taken, multiple sources expect Carrick to be relieved of his duties before the club's next fixture against Liverpool at Anfield in 13 days' time. A final decision would need approval from co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazer family.

Potential successors named include United States national team boss Mauricio Pochettino, former Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, and Julian Nagelsmann, who most recently managed Germany.

Carrick was appointed permanent head coach on a two-year contract in May after a successful interim spell. He initially took over in January and inspired a remarkable turnaround, collecting 39 points from 17 remaining league matches to guide United to third place and Champions League qualification. However, that momentum has evaporated this season.