Carrick expected to leave as Man Utd consider alternatives

Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are the expected frontrunners to replace Michael Carrick if Manchester United dismiss their head coach. Carrick's position is under intense pressure following a 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth on Sunday, which extended United's winless streak to eight games. United's hierarchy is reportedly accelerating plans to relieve Carrick of his duties amid the club's worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign.

Both Howe and Nagelsmann are currently out of work and would require no compensation fees. Howe is reportedly open to discussions despite stepping down from Newcastle in July, while Nagelsmann is available after leaving the Germany national team. Director of football Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada are expected to make a formal managerial recommendation to co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.