After wednesday meeting between Owner, Jim Ratcliffe, Executives, Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox in Monaco, France, Manchester United have finally announced the sacking of their coach, Michael Carrick.
Carrick who started well in January he joined the club he had played for has been plagued by series of poor results making the Red Devils to be currently threatened by relegation.
Ratcliffe and the Executives had thrown their weight behind Carrick who secured Champions League for the historic club after last season while the poor results lasted but was forced to change their stand following the current realities following Premiership Record holding Club.
Carrick who formally learnt about his sack Thursday morning was seen living Carrington at about 8am.
USA current Coach and former Tottenham and Chelsea handler, Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be announced soon as the new man.
The statement reads: “Michael rejoined the club in January and guided the team to a third-placed Premier League finish by winning 12 out of the remaining 17 games of the 2025-26 season, accumulating the highest points tally in the league during that period.
“After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions.
“Michael is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend. Just as he did as a player, he has conducted himself with the highest standards of dedication and professionalism throughout his time back with the club. His leadership and achievements last season will always be fondly remembered.
“The club intends to appoint a permanent successor as quickly as possible.”
