Carrick, Fernandes hold clear-the-air talks before Chelsea trip
· Sports · BBC Sport
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes held private talks at the club's training ground on Tuesday, ahead of Saturday's Premier League trip to Chelsea. Fernandes was an unused substitute in the 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday after criticising Carrick's tactics following the 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League. Carrick remains in charge despite United's 16th-place Premier League standing, with the board giving him opportunity to turn things around. Midfielder Kobbie Mainoo returned to training after a fortnight out through injury, providing further positive news for the coach.
Why it matters
Fernandes' immediate selection for Chelsea is uncertain despite the talks, and Carrick's position hangs in the balance as United aim to stabilise a turbulent start to the season.
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