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Michael Carrick laughs off Man Utd claim as Antonio Conte opinion emerges

Antonio Conte is one of the managers linked with the Manchester United job…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 2:20 PM
Michael Carrick laughs off Man Utd claim as Antonio Conte opinion emerges
Key Things to Know
  • Michael Carrick laughed off comparisons to Sir Alex Ferguson amid reports linking Antonio Conte to Manchester United.
  • William Gallas cautioned Manchester United against appointing Antonio Conte, citing squad suitability and recruitment issues.
  • Manchester United sit 17th in the Premier League after going seven league matches without a win.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed comparisons between his recent Champions League victory over AS Roma and Sir Alex Ferguson's famous 1990 FA Cup win. Despite Carrick's team recovering from 2-0 down to win 3-2 in Europe, United remain 17th in the Premier League after a seven-game winless run, leading to ongoing speculation regarding his job security.

Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has been linked with the potential vacancy at Old Trafford. However, former Premier League defender William Gallas warned Manchester United against hiring Conte, arguing that modern dressing room dynamics and poor recruitment issues would prevent the Italian from fixing the club's struggles.

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