Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick's future will be decided at a meeting in Monaco on Wednesday attended by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada, and director of football Jason Wilcox. Carrick's position is under threat after the club slipped to 18th in the Premier League following a chaotic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Carrick Under Pressure After Poor Start
United have made their worst start to a domestic campaign in 40 years, with one victory in 10 Premier League matches and 19 goals conceded. The hierarchy still believes a top-five finish is possible, but Berrada and Wilcox are expected to recommend Carrick's dismissal to Ratcliffe and the Glazer family. A final decision may not be announced until Thursday.
Potential Replacements Linked
BBC Sport understands the club has sounded out former Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, ex-Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann, former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte, and ex-Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino as possible successors. Pochettino's contract with the USA national team contains clauses that could allow him to leave for a high-profile role.
Carrick, 45, was appointed permanent head coach in May after an impressive interim spell. The Monaco summit was already planned but will now focus heavily on his future. If sacked, the club intends to inform him face to face.
