BREAKING: Manchester United sack Carrick as manager

Manchester United have just released a statement, confirming the dismissal of Michael Carrick

It reads: "Michael rejoined the club in January and guided the team to a third-placed 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.

"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."

Michael Carrick arrived at Carrington just before 8am, he’s now left the building.

Manchester United's last match was a thrilling 4-4 with Aston Villa in which the club twice came from two goals down. But that left the club in the relegation zone with just eight points from their 10 Premier League matches.