Manchester United Sack Head Coach Michael Carrick After Worst Premier League Start

Manchester United has sacked head coach Michael Carrick, with Mauricio Pochettino set to replace him.

The decision was announced on Thursday morning, shortly after Carrick left the club’s training ground. His departure comes less than six months after signing a two-year contract.

United has reached an agreement with Pochettino, currently head coach of the United States national team, and intend to appoint him as permanent successor as soon as possible.

The Argentine is expected to remain in charge of the USA for its Nations League matches against Haiti on Saturday and Wednesday before beginning work at Old Trafford next Thursday.

Carrick leaves Manchester United in the Premier League relegation zone, with the club recording just one win in its last 10 matches.