Carrick under pressure as United struggle in league phase

Summarised from 2 outlets · 5 reports · Updated 13 Oct, 23:32 · Archive

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure after a poor start to the season, with reports of potential replacement interest.

Manchester United sit 13th in the Premier League after six matches, their worst league start in 40 years, leaving manager Michael Carrick under intense scrutiny. The club's latest setback was a 1-1 draw with Tottenham on Saturday, despite the visitors having ten men for much of the match. United also have injury concerns ahead of their Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid, with Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo doubts for the trip to Spain.

Reports indicate United have made 'initial contact' with Antonio Conte's representatives to assess his interest in the managerial role, should it become available. Conte, who left Napoli at the end of last season, has previously expressed interest in managing a fallen giant. Juventus has also reportedly shown interest in appointing the 57-year-old.

United sources have disputed recent criticism of Carrick, dismissing comments from Nicky Butt as 'sensationalised'. Butt had claimed on his podcast that Carrick told him he was not interested in football management after leaving Middlesbrough. The club questioned why Butt had not mentioned this when Carrick successfully led United back to the Champions League earlier this year.

Former United player Antonio Valencia has urged the club to persist with Carrick, describing him as 'a positive leader' with the ability to manage the club successfully.

How it is being reported

• Ex-Man Utd star who wants Old Trafford return gives Michael Carrick sack verdictManchester United boss Michael Carrick is under growing pressure after a miserable start to the season but one of his former teammates believes he should not be shown the door just yetMirror Sport · 13 Oct, 17:24
• Man United Confidential: Club hit back at Nicky Butt's 'sensationalised' claims on Michael Carrick, Real Madrid closing in on JJ Gabriel and will another academy star slip through United's fingers?Carrick is under pressure after United's worst league start for 40 years, and Butt stunned fans with the revelation that the 45-year-old was not sold on management after he was sacked by Middlesbrough.Daily Mail Sport · 13 Oct, 17:07
• Michael Carrick 'wants out' at Man Utd as replacement verdict landsMichael Carrick has struggled to get Manchester United firing this season, with the Reds currently 13th in the Premier League after just six gamesMirror Sport · 13 Oct, 15:41
• Man Utd news: Michael Carrick replacement 'targeted' as JJ Gabriel's 'next club' emergesManchester United round-up as Michael Carrick chases a much-needed win amid reports a potential replacement has been contactedMirror Sport · 13 Oct, 04:30
• Man Utd news: JJ Gabriel left in transfer lurch as Michael Carrick told to change plansManchester United manager Michael Carrick has been told to tweak his plans amid the latest update regarding JJ Gabriel's future at Old TraffordMirror Sport · 12 Oct, 04:30

In this story: Michael Carrick · Manchester United · Antonio Conte · Atletico Madrid · Paul Scholes · Antonio Valencia · Nicky Butt

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