Carrick given chance to save job as he stays for Manchester United’s game at Chelsea
Jason Wilcox has driven decision to stand by head coach
TL;DR
- Michael Carrick will continue as Manchester United head coach for the Chelsea match.
- Director of football Jason Wilcox is supporting Carrick to improve team results.
- Manchester United has experienced a significant decline in performance, with only two wins in their last 12 games.
- The team is currently 16th in the Premier League, just above the relegation zone.
- Eddie Howe is reportedly the prime candidate to replace Carrick if he is sacked, though Newcastle would be due compensation.
- Julian Nagelsmann has also been proposed as a potential replacement by Manchester United's director of recruitment.