Manchester United have sacked 45-year-old manager Michael Carrick, with the decision announced on Thursday. The dismissal followed a disappointing start to the season and a prolonged run without a win in the Premier League, which culminated last weekend in a 4-4 home draw against Aston Villa.
The club remains deep in the relegation zone, and United stated that they had reached the difficult conclusion that a change was necessary to fulfil their ambitions. They highlighted that Michael Carrick is a Manchester United legend and that he had conducted himself in accordance with the highest standards of dedication and professionalism during his return to the club. They added that his leadership and achievements from last season would always be remembered fondly.
Carrick took charge at Old Trafford at the start of this season on a permanent contract, after guiding the club to third place in the Premier League as caretaker manager last season. This season has been disastrous for Manchester United, with no improvement in recent weeks. Under Carrick's leadership this season, the club has recorded only three wins in all competitions, of which just one was in the league.
After 10 matches played, the team sits 18th in the table with eight points, just one point above the bottom. According to media reports, the Red Devils have had a personal agreement in place for some time with US head coach Mauricio Pochettino. Pochettino is under contract with the US federation until mid-2030 and has a release clause worth approximately €9 million.
