Manchester United decide to part company with Michael Carrick

Manchester United have decided to sack manager Michael Carrick because of the team’s results this season, according to the account The Touchline.

The source reports that the 45-year-old English coach will be informed of the decision this afternoon. Manchester United are set to terminate Carrick’s contract, which runs until the end of June 2028.

Carrick’s final match in charge was a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford.

Manchester United have collected only eight points from their opening 10 Premier League matches and are currently in the relegation zone.