Wayne Rooney names manager who’s ‘exactly what Man United need’ after Michael Carrick

Wayne Rooney has claimed that Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is "exactly what Man United need" as current manager Michael Carrick faces potential dismissal. Manchester United sit 18th in the Premier League after earning only eight points from their first 10 matches, marking their worst start to a league campaign in 40 years. With Carrick expected to be sacked during the November international break, Rooney stated on Stick to United that Mourinho's ruthless style would benefit the club.

However, a return for Mourinho appears unlikely because he is contracted to Real Madrid until 2028, with his side sitting second in La Liga. Meanwhile, former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the bookmakers' favorite to take over at Old Trafford, reportedly having a $10 million release clause in his contract as head coach of the United States national team.