Michael Carrick is on borrowed time at Manchester United following a heavy 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como on Wednesday night. The result has intensified pressure on the 45-year-old, who was only appointed permanently in the summer, and a decision over his future appears imminent.
Pressure Mounts After Como Thrashing
United have won only two games in all competitions since Carrick took charge. His tactics were called into question by Bruno Fernandes after the final whistle against Como, leaving the manager facing an uphill battle to save his job at Old Trafford.
This weekend's result against Bournemouth is likely to be crucial in deciding his future. Another defeat could spell the end of the road for Carrick, with a number of potential replacements already emerging.
Six Replacements Lined Up
The likes of Antonio Conte, Julian Nagelsmann and Eddie Howe have been linked with the United job in the event Carrick is relieved of his duties. A total of six replacements are reportedly being considered as the club prepares for a possible change in the dugout.
Express Sport's live blog is following the latest developments throughout the day, with Carrick under enormous pressure to get immediate results or risk being sacked over the coming days.
