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Michael Carrick’s future decided as Man United take shock call following extensive crisis talks – Athletic

Michael Carrick will remain as Manchester United head coach after crisis talks, with INEOS opting to give him more time despite poor results.

By Ayantan Chowdhury · The Peoples Person

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 2:11 PM

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Manchester United has decided to retain Michael Carrick as head coach following extensive crisis talks.
Carrick will remain in charge for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Chelsea.
The decision followed a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth, leaving United 16th in the league.

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Manchester United's hierarchy has decided to keep Michael Carrick as head coach following crisis talks at Carrington on Monday. Despite expectations that Carrick would be dismissed after a 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth, senior figures including Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Omar Berrada, and Jason Wilcox determined he will remain in charge for Saturday's Premier League match against Chelsea.

United sits 16th in the league and remains winless across their last eight matches in all competitions. While Carrick has been granted additional time to turn the season around, the club is reportedly monitoring Eddie Howe, Antonio Conte, and Julian Nagelsmann as prospective managerial alternatives.

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