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Jamie Carragher calls out ‘ludicrous’ Michael Carrick Man United sack verdict

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has struggled so far this season and now Jamie Carragher has had his say on the Reds boss

By Isaac Seelochan · Manchester Evening News

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 8:59 AM

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Jamie Carragher labeled potential calls to sack Manchester United manager Michael Carrick as ludicrous.
Manchester United sits 12th in the Premier League following a 1-1 draw against Fulham.
The club has matched its joint-worst start to a campaign, equalling runs from 1992/93 and under Ruben Amorim.

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Pundit Jamie Carragher stated on The Overlap Fan Debate that it would be ludicrous for Manchester United to sack manager Michael Carrick. Despite Carrick facing mounting pressure following a difficult opening run in the 2026/27 campaign, Carragher argued that the club needs stability and should allow the manager time to steady the team through a rocky period.

Manchester United currently sits 12th in the Premier League following a 1-1 draw against Fulham, matching their joint-worst start to a season. The difficult start has featured a derby defeat, a loss at Hull City, and an exit from the League Cup against Brighton & Hove Albion after surrendering a two-goal lead.

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