Michael Carrick to stay in charge of Manchester United for Roma game

United 17th in Premier League after Chelsea defeatNo change expected until international breakMichael Carrick is set to remain in charge of Manchester United for Tuesday’s Champions League game against Roma at Old Trafford despite Saturday’s 2-0 loss at Chelsea.The defeat means United have not won in nine games and have made their poorest start to a season since 1988, but Carrick’s position is expected to be reviewed again during the the next international break after the next round of Premier League matches, United hosting Aston Villa on Sunday. Continue reading…

Michael Carrick is set to remain in charge of Manchester United despite Saturday’s 2-0 loss at Chelsea Michael Carrick is set to remain in charge of Manchester United for Tuesday’s Champions League game against Roma at Old Trafford despite Saturday’s 2-0 loss at Chelsea. The defeat means United have not won in nine games and have made their poorest start to a season since 1988, but Carrick’s position is expected to be reviewed again during the the next international break after the next round of Premier League matches, United hosting Aston Villa on Sunday.

The 45-year-old came close to losing his job last Monday when Jason Wilcox, and Omar Berrada, met at the training ground to discuss his future. The director of football and the chief executive decided Carrick should be given a chance to turn form and results around. Carrick’s side are in 17th with seven points, above the relegation only on goal difference. There remains a view within the hierarchy that Carrick can still transform