Carrick to stay in charge of Man Utd for Chelsea game

Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their trip to Chelsea this weekend. Michael Carrick signed a two-year deal with the club last May Sources have told BBC Sport that the 45-year-old will be given the opportunity to turn things around at Old Trafford following a dismal start to the campaign. Carrick oversaw training on Tuesday morning, as United look to end a run of eight matches without a win in all competitions when they visit Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Sunday's 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth at Old Trafford plunged Carrick's future into doubt, with United sitting one place above the relegation zone. It is understood United's hierarchy have explored the possibility of replacing Carrick, with ex-Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe and former Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann under consideration.

But sources have told BBC Sport that the former Middlesbrough manager will not only take charge against Chelsea but will also be given a chance to turn the club's form around. Carrick took interim charge in January following Ruben Amorim's departure and he was rewarded with the permanent job in May after securing Champions League qualification with an impressive run that resulted in them finishing third. But United's form has collapsed this term, with Carrick's side winning just one of their eight Premier League matches so far this