Man Utd eye three bosses to replace Michael Carrick with No.1 target ‘costing £7.4m’

Manchester United has reportedly drawn up a three-man shortlist to replace manager Michael Carrick during the international break. With the club in the Premier League relegation zone following a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, club chiefs Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are expected to recommend Carrick's dismissal to Sir Jim Ratcliffe. United has won just one of its opening 10 league matches.

United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly a leading candidate, though his buyout clause would cost around $10 million (£7.4m), plus additional fees for coaching staff. Former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe, who would require around £3m in compensation, and former Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann are also being considered as alternatives.