Manchester United has officially parted ways with head coach Michael Carrick following a dismal opening to the football campaign.
Carrick’s departure was confirmed by the English Premier League club in a statement on Thursday.
The 45-year-old coach had been expected to leave his role following a poor start to the season that sees the Red Devils in 18th position, battling relegation.
The catastrophic opening to the 2026–27 EPL campaign that has left the club on a run of eight matches without a win in the league, and just one win in 10 matches. They have eight points are suffering their worst league campaign in 40 years.
Man United are already out of the Carabao Cup, and are barely scraping wins in the UEFA Champions League, and the club has decided to pull the plug on Carrick’s appointment. The 21-time EPL champions extolled their former player following what it called an “extremely difficult conclusion” to his tenure.
“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, however, aims to move on immediately from Carrick by appointing his replacement “as quickly as possible.”
Carrick, who oversaw a turnaround in the second half of last season and led Man United to a shock second-place finish, has coached the team to just three wins in 15 matches in all competitions this season, with Man United conceding 19 goals in 10 EPL matches.
What You Should Know
Manchester United has dismissed head coach Michael Carrick after recording their worst start to a league campaign in 40 years, leaving the team struggling in 18th position and battling relegation.
- Positive Impact: Fans and stakeholders may find relief in the club’s swift action to salvage their season by seeking a new tactical direction and leadership.
- Potential Concerns: The ongoing instability, frequent managerial changes, and poor on-field performances pose major challenges for the club’s ambitions and commercial standing.
