Chelsea have the chance to put the final nail in Michael Carrick’s coffin

Writer Connor Johnson argues that Chelsea could end Michael Carrick's tenure as Manchester United manager when the teams meet at Stamford Bridge. United have won just one Premier League match all season and are winless in their last eight games across all competitions. Johnson suggests that anything short of a victory against Xabi Alonso's side will likely result in Carrick's dismissal.

Manchester United have faced internal turmoil, with Lisandro Martinez and Bruno Fernandes openly questioning squad recruitment and tactical setups. Meanwhile, Alonso confirmed that Chelsea will be without Maxence Lacroix, though midfielder Moises Caicedo is fit to play after recovering from an injury suffered against Liverpool.