Michael Carrick sack update: INEOS to hold crunch talks at Carrington to decide Man United head coach’s fate
“I am told Manchester United’s hierarchy are due to meet at Carrington early next week, with Michael Carrick’s future very much under discussion.
Key points
- Meeting regarding Carrick next week According to TEAMtalk, the hierarchy will conduct another meeting at Carrington early next week to sort out Carrick’s future.
- Wilcox has thus shown his backing for Carrick.” No clear alternative This stance could also be because no unanimous alternative has emerged as yet.
- Then the 20-time English league champions came from two goals down to beat AS Roma in the Champions League, before producing two comebacks in either half against Aston Villa to snatch a late point.
“Jason Wilcox now goes into the international break with a huge decision to make, as TEAMtalk has already revealed he is the Kingmaker and will ultimately decide whether Carrick stays or not.
While this style of play is unsustainable, it is evident that the players are trying for the head coach, and INEOS have taken note of it.
Additional details
- This explains why they are considering keeping the former United midfielder in charge beyond the November international break.
- Antonio Conte is the other high-profile name in the running, but the Italian’s demands are unlikely to be accepted by INEOS.
- “They considered Carrick’s position after the Bournemouth game but did not want a long-term interim had they made a change.
- The Red Devils were the better team in the first half against Chelsea before Lisandro Martinez threw it all away in the second 45 minutes.
- The Villa boss is close to signing a long-term deal at Villa Park, while the Como boss is unlikely to jump ship midseason.
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