Carrick to remain in charge as Manchester United face Bournemouth
· Sports · BBC Sport
Senior Manchester United figures are concerned by Carrick's team performance following Wednesday's 4-1 home defeat to Italian side Como, which marked United's seventh winless match in a row. Carrick is set to remain in charge for Sunday's Premier League fixture against Bournemouth despite the poor run, while the club has already begun identifying possible replacements. Eddie Howe, Antonio Conte, and Julian Naglesmann are understood to be targeting the Old Trafford job, with Carrick's future still uncertain despite last season's progress. Captain Bruno Fernandes reportedly criticised Carrick's tactics after the Como humiliation, while one source claimed current injury levels do not excuse the team's concerning effort levels.
Why it matters
Senior United figures believe the squad should be performing at Champions League level despite current injuries, with Carrick's position under pressure amid a prolonged winless run that has damaged club confidence.
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