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VfB Stuttgart coach Hoeneß reportedly highly rated by Manchester United

The Swabians' head coach has caught the eye of the Red Devils who are reportedly nearing a separation with their current gaffer Michael Carrick.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:19 PM
VfB Stuttgart coach Hoeneß reportedly highly rated by Manchester United
Key Things to Know
  • VfB Stuttgart head coach Sebastian Hoeneß is reportedly highly rated by Manchester United to potentially replace Michael Carrick.
  • A potential move would require difficult negotiations because Hoeneß is under contract with Stuttgart through 2028.
  • Other reported managerial candidates include Julian Nagelsmann, Didier Deschamps, Eddie Howe, Fabian Hürzeler, and Antonio Conte.
The Story in 60 Seconds

VfB Stuttgart head coach Sebastian Hoeneß is reportedly held in high regard by Manchester United as pressure mounts on current manager Michael Carrick. According to a report by The Independent, the 44-year-old German manager has emerged as a potential candidate to take charge at Old Trafford if the club decides to part ways with Carrick.

Securing Hoeneß would prove challenging, as he remains under contract with VfB Stuttgart until 2028, necessitating complex negotiations with the Bundesliga side. Other managerial options reportedly under consideration by Manchester United include Julian Nagelsmann, Didier Deschamps, Eddie Howe, Fabian Hürzeler, and Antonio Conte.

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