Man Utd identify Brighton boss Hurzeler as Carrick replacement

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 16:20 · Archive

Manchester United have identified Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler as a potential replacement for Michael Carrick.

Manchester United have identified Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler as their preferred candidate to replace Michael Carrick, according to reports. Carrick signed a permanent contract over the summer after guiding United to third place last season, but the club has made a sluggish start to the 2026/27 campaign. United have won just one or two matches in their last six Premier League games and currently sit 13th in the table, with a recent defeat to Atletico Madrid extending their winless run across all competitions.

Hurzeler arrived at Brighton in 2024 and is 33 years old. He has led Brighton to successive eighth-place finishes and has started this season strongly, with the club sitting third after six games following a 3-0 win over Arsenal. He signed a new deal earlier in the summer, though Brighton owner Tony Bloom said the club are 'prepared' should a richer club pursue him.

Although no change in the dugout appears imminent, United are expected to monitor the situation closely. The club's hierarchy will likely give Carrick more time, but results over the coming weeks could prove pivotal to his future. United have dismissed managers during seasons before, with Erik ten Hag sacked in October 2024 and Ruben Amorim dismissed at the start of 2026.

How it is being reported

• Man Utd identify Premier League boss as 'standout candidate' to replace Michael CarrickMichael Carrick is under increasing pressure following a disappointing start to the 2026/27 campaign, having managed just one Premier League winMirror Sport · 14 Oct, 16:04
• Man Utd identify Premier League manager as ‘standout’ Michael Carrick replacementManchester United have made a slow start to the season (Picture: Getty) Manchester United could look to appoint Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler if they decide to part ways with Michael Carrick , according to reports. No other Premier League club accrued more points than United last season…Metro · 14 Oct, 14:22

In this story: Michael Carrick · Fabian Hurzeler · Manchester United · Brighton · Tony Bloom

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