Michael Carrick is officially no longer part of Manchester United’s coaching staff, with the “Red Devils” confirming the English coach’s departure and announcing that they have already begun the search for his replacement.
This development comes after United’s disappointing start to the Premier League season, with the team sitting in 18th place, having secured just one win in their first ten matches. Carrick was informed of the decision on Thursday morning, while at the Carrington training center, by the club’s chief executive, Omar Berrada.
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Manchester united: Michael carrick fired
Beranda had attended a meeting in Monaco on Wednesday with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and United’s director of football, Jason Wilcox, where they reviewed the situation and decided that the team needed a change on the bench.
Carrick’s dismissal comes just 173 days after he signed a two-year contract that made his position as head coach permanent. The former United captain had initially returned in January, following the departure of Ruben Amorim, and had managed to turn things around, leading the team to third place in the Premier League and a spot in the Champions League.
In fact, in the 17 remaining games last season, United had 12 wins, earning more points than any other team in the league during that period.
Manchester United’s statement:
“Manchester United confirms that Michael Carrick has stepped down from his position as head coach of the men’s first team.
Michael returned to the club in January and led the team to third place in the Premier League, winning 12 of the 17 remaining games of the 2025/26 and accumulating the most points in the league during that period.
Following a disappointing start to this season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our goals.
Michael is and will always remain a legend at Manchester United. Just as he did as a player, upon his return to the club he demonstrated the highest standards of dedication and professionalism.
His leadership and achievements last season will forever remain in our memories with the utmost respect.
The club intends to appoint a permanent replacement as soon as possible.”
We can confirm Michael Carrick has departed his role as men’s first-team head coach.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 12, 2026
Now, all eyes are on Mauricio Pochettino, who is the clear favorite to take over as head coach. The Argentine, who currently coaches the U.S. national team, is United’s top target, and talks with the U.S. Soccer Federation have already begun.
According to British media reports, United officials intend to finalize the deal as soon as possible so that Pochettino can take over after the international break. In fact, his first game in charge is rumored to be the big derby against Liverpool at Anfield on November 22, although his hiring has not yet been announced.
