Manchester United have officially dismissed manager Michael Carrick, ending his tenure after just under six months in charge. Carrick was let go less than six months after signing a two-year contract, with the club already in talks to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as his successor. The decision comes amid reports of internal tensions, including clashes between Carrick and key players such as captain Bruno Fernandes and striker Matheus Cunha.
Sources indicate that the club had already reached a preliminary agreement to hire Pochettino, who will take charge of the team in a deal reportedly worth £7.4 million. The Argentine manager, currently in charge of the USA national team, is expected to arrive at Old Trafford soon. Pochettino’s appointment follows a turbulent period for Carrick, during which he faced criticism for his management style and communication with the squad.
Carrick’s departure has drawn mixed reactions from fans and pundits. Some have criticized the club for handling the exit in a manner they describe as undignified, while others have welcomed the change as a necessary step for the team’s future. Bruno Fernandes, the club’s captain, took to social media to express his views on the sacking, though the exact nature of his message remains undisclosed.
This marks the second managerial change at Manchester United this season, following the departure of Erik ten Hag earlier in the year. The club continues to seek stability, with Pochettino’s arrival seen as a potential turning point for the team’s performance and direction.
