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25-09-2026
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Jamie Carragher stated that it would be “ludicrous” for Manchester United and INEOS to sack head coach Michael Carrick in the near future, despite recent growing pressure following a difficult run of form (winning only one of their last five matches).
However, Carragher shared his theory that Carrick is ultimately not the long-term solution for Old Trafford. Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, Carragher explained that he views Carrick as a transitional figure who was brought in to provide calm and guide the club through a turbulent period before eventually “passing the baton” to an elite manager when INEOS enters its next phase. He urged the club hierarchy to remain calm and let Carrick get on with his work rather than making a knee-jerk change now or during an upcoming international break.
The report also highlights wider debate surrounding Carrick’s position:
Potential replacement names mentioned around the club include Fabian Hürzeler, Eddie Howe, and Antonio Conte.
Former Manchester United official Mick Brown defended Carrick, arguing that the manager has been “set up to fail” because the board failed to sufficiently address major squad deficiencies in defence, midfield, and the forward line during the transfer window.