Michael Carrick’s role as Manchester United head coach is under increasing doubt.

Sources via Sky Sports News say the club is conducting a full review of its performance so far this season, led by Director of Football Jason Wilcox, and a final decision is planned before the close of the international break. No outcome has been announced yet.

After a 3‑0 win over Bournemouth a fortnight ago, Carrick was given reprieve and the managers hope to earn three more starts. However, an eight‑match spell without a league win has intensified pressure, particularly ahead of the match at Anfield versus Liverpool next week.

The United hierarchy insists measurable improvement in results and wishes to confirm the strategic direction before engaging an interim manager. Although dropping Carrick would trigger rumours of a temporary replacement, no substantive talks with alternative candidates have materialised; figures such as Julian Nagelsmann or Eddie Howe are currently unavailable or awaiting transfers.

Sky Sports chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol explained three key reasons the club is hesitating to rush a change: fan devotion to Carrick’s trophy legacy, lingering support from the coaching staff, and the necessity of structural change by the owners – arguing that swapping coaches alone cannot revive a club that currently sits beside Lincoln and QPR, nor reclaim a European title.