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Italian journalist drops major Antonio Conte and Man United update following Atletico defeat

Manchester United suffer a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid as pressure mounts on Michael Carrick and Antonio Conte eyes the job.

By Vishal Singh · The Peoples Person

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 4:02 AM

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Antonio Conte reportedly wants to manage Manchester United as pressure mounts on Michael Carrick.
Italian journalist Daniele Longo claims Conte feels ready for a new challenge in the Premier League.
Manchester United suffered a 2-0 Champions League defeat against Atletico Madrid, extending their winless run to five games.

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Antonio Conte reportedly wants to take over as Manchester United manager to replace Michael Carrick. According to Italian journalist Daniele Longo, the former Chelsea and Tottenham manager feels ready for a new Premier League challenge as pressure mounts on Carrick following United's 2-0 Champions League defeat against Atletico Madrid.

Manchester United are winless in five consecutive matches, with defender Lisandro Martinez publicly criticizing the club hierarchy's ambition after the loss in Madrid. Journalist Fabrizio Romano also indicated Conte's interest in returning to an elite club, while the report highlights Conte's previous English success having won the league with Chelsea.

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