Carrick sacked by Man Utd with Pochettino in line to take over

Manchester United have parted company with head coach Michael Carrick after a dismal run of results.

The former United midfielder has left after just 16 competitive matches in permanent charge, with the club winning only one of their last 11 games.

Chief executive Omar Berrada informed Carrick of the decision at Carrington on Thursday morning.

His coaching staff, including Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate and Jonny Evans, have also departed and were seen leaving the training ground shortly afterwards.

In a statement, Manchester United said: “Manchester United can confirm that Michael Carrick has departed his role as men’s first-team head coach.

“Michael rejoined the club in January and guided the team to a third-placed Premier League finish by winning 12 out of the remaining 17 games of the 2025/26 season, accumulating the highest points tally in the league during that period.

“After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions.

“Michael is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend. Just as he did as a player, he has conducted himself with the highest standards of dedication and professionalism throughout his time back with the club. His leadership and achievements last season will always be fondly remembered.

“The club intends to appoint a permanent successor as quickly as possible.”

Carrick had come under increasing pressure following United’s poor start to the Premier League season, with the club sitting in the relegation zone after winning just once in their opening ten league matches.

Attention will now turn to his successor, with United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino in line to take over.

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