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Top INEOS official was against Carrick’s summer appointment, he was overruled – report

Manchester United recruitment chief Christopher Vivell's feelings on Michael Carrick emerges as INEOS consider a change at the top.

By Ayantan Chowdhury · The Peoples Person

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 10:30 PM

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Christopher Vivell reportedly opposed keeping Michael Carrick and is now pushing Manchester United to hire Julian Nagelsmann.
Manchester United have won only two of their opening 11 matches across all competitions under Michael Carrick.
Director of football Jason Wilcox reportedly favors Eddie Howe over Julian Nagelsmann as Carrick's potential successor.

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Manchester United recruitment chief Christopher Vivell reportedly opposed retaining manager Michael Carrick permanently and is now pushing for Julian Nagelsmann as INEOS considers a coaching change. The Red Devils have started the season poorly under Carrick, winning only two of their first 11 matches across all competitions.

The club's hierarchy is reportedly divided over potential replacements. While Vivell prefers former Germany coach Nagelsmann, director of football Jason Wilcox favors Eddie Howe due to his Premier League track record, with Antonio Conte also mentioned as a potential candidate.

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Top INEOS official was against Carrick’s summer appointment, he was overruled – report

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