Manchester United have confirmed that four more members of the backroom staff have left the club with immediate effect, following the dismissal of head coach Michael Carrick.
Carrick was officially let go on Thursday morning after a week of speculation about his position. His departure follows just one victory in 10 Premier League fixtures, while United have managed only three wins all season, with the remaining two coming in the Champions League.
Four Coaches Leave Old Trafford
The departing staff include some of Carrick's closest allies: assistant Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, Jonny Evans and Travis Binnion have all left the club with immediate effect. Darren Fletcher, who previously took temporary charge, will stay at the club.
United entered the November international break searching for yet another new manager, and these departures form part of the latest INEOS-driven restructure at Old Trafford.
Supporters' Trust Criticises Ownership
The club's supporters' trust MUST issued a statement criticising INEOS and the Glazers, declaring: "Michael Carrick's departure marks another depressing moment for Manchester United. We thank him for his service and for restoring hope during the second half of last season. His standing among supporters remains undiminished."
The statement added: "The reason Manchester United fans have continued to support Michael Carrick in recent weeks is that they know that responsibility for United's problems do not primarily rest with him or indeed his predecessors as manager. They lie with the ownership. The Glazers' debt-funded takeover continues to burden the club. When INEOS came in they promised sporting excellence, but yet with repeated changes in football leadership we have seen anything but. It is time for the owners to explain themselves and show some accountability."
Club Statement on Carrick
United confirmed Carrick's dismissal through a statement on the club's official website, which said: "Manchester United can confirm that Michael Carrick has departed his role as men's first-team head coach. Michael rejoined the club in January and guided the team to a third-place Premier League finish by winning 12 out of the remaining 17 games of the 2025/26 season, accumulating the highest points tally in the league during that period."
The statement continued: "After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions. Michael is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend. Just as he did as a player, he has conducted himself with the highest standards of dedication and professionalism throughout his time back with the club. His leadership and achievements last season will always be fondly remembered. The club intends to appoint a permanent successor as quickly as possible."
United's first fixture following the international break sees them travel to Anfield to face Liverpool, before hosting Sporting and Brentford in subsequent matches. They are currently in the bottom three of the Premier League table, with Mauricio Pochettino widely tipped to take over from Carrick.
