Poch open to Man Utd talks with Carrick’s position increasingly in doubt

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick's future at the club is increasingly in doubt following an eighth consecutive Premier League match without a win, though no final decision has been made. Director of football Jason Wilcox is leading a comprehensive review of the team's performance, with club leadership intending to evaluate their options before the end of the current international break.

United dropped into the relegation zone after Sunday's 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, having conceded 30 goals across all competitions this season. The hierarchy has avoided rushing into a dismissal because Carrick retains strong supporter affection, the players are still competing for him, and board members remain unconvinced that replacing the head coach would resolve their issues.