Manchester United already have a big favorite to replace Michael Carrick!

“It is a choice of the staff not to press individually and to sometimes leave space to try to recover…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 1:29 PM

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Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the primary candidate to replace Michael Carrick at Manchester United.
Manchester United and Nagelsmann reportedly have mutual interest regarding the potential appointment.
Carrick is currently under contract with Manchester United until 2028.

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Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager, according to a report cited from The Telegraph. The former Germany, Bayern Munich, and RB Leipzig manager is currently a free agent and reportedly shares a mutual interest with the club regarding the position.

Carrick faces mounting internal pressure amid poor results, including a 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como and a 13th-place standing in the Premier League. Public criticism from players Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martínez has intensified speculation, though Carrick remains under contract through 2028.

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Manchester United already have a big favorite to replace Michael Carrick!

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