Michael Carrick has asked #MUFC if he is taking training sessions tomorrow morning.

BREAKING: Following Jason Wilcox’s departure, Michael Carrick has also left Carrington after watching Manchester United’s U21s take on Hull City, as he awaits an update on his own future at the club 🚨

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United’s managerial discussions have reportedly exposed an uncomfortable reality: the most experienced candidates want firm commitments from the hierarchy before agreeing to replace Michael Carrick. The club’s prestige is not in question. Confidence in the conditions a new manager would inherit is. One experienced candidate is understood to have made his position clear during an initial discussion: “You’re asking me how I would change Manchester United. Before I answer that, I need to know what Manchester United are prepared to change.” Recruitment authority, backing over player departures and clear responsibility for football decisions are understood to be central to those conversations. Candidates want to know who would support them when difficult decisions begin affecting established players. One question reportedly caused particular discomfort: “If we disagree over a player in January, whose decision stands?” There is growing frustration internally that these discussions have become necessary while Carrick remains in charge. Some figures are reluctant to authorise another change without an agreement they can confidently defend. That hesitation is understood to extend beyond the choice of successor. Replacing Carrick would inevitably raise questions about the process that secured his appointment, the assurances made at the time and who should take responsibility if another reset becomes necessary. One senior figure reportedly challenged the room: “If we’ve concluded he isn’t the right manager, keeping him there because we’re afraid of explaining ourselves is unfair on him as well.” Behind the scenes, the strongest candidates are reportedly asking for something United have struggled to provide: clear answers before they commit their careers. “They know the size of the opportunity,” one figure involved in the discussions said. “They also know who usually gets the blame.”

Eddie Howe Out 😡😡🤬🤬 #SackWilcox #SACKWILCOX #SackWilcoxandBerrada #GlazersAndRatCliffeOut #GlazersAndIneosOut

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Matheus Cunha didn’t suddenly become a bad player this season. Bryan Mbeumo didn't suddenly become a bad player this season. Benjamin Sesko didn't suddenly become injury-prone. Kobbie Mainoo didn't suddenly become injury-prone. Bruno Fernandes didn't suddenly forget how to create chances. Lisandro Martinez didn't suddenly forget how to play from the back. Diogo Dalot didn't suddenly forget his brain at home. Youri Tielemans didn't suddenly forget how to play football after joining us. There's something fundamentally wrong with Carrick’s system. You know it. But your hate for INEOS isn't making you say it.

🚨 NEW: Eddie Howe is emerging as a leading contender to replace Michael Carrick at Manchester United. Howe's trusted Newcastle backroom duo of Jason Tindall and Stephen Purches would both be willing to reunite with him at Old Trafford if he is appointed. Jason Wilcox has been overseeing the process of identifying successors, Howe has previously been revealed as keen on the role and remains out of work and while United sources insist no final decision has been made, high-ranking figures view Carrick’s departure as a matter of when rather than if - potentially within 48 hours. Other options including Julian Nagelsmann (backed by head of recruitment Christopher Vivell), Antonio Conte, and longer-shot targets such as Fabian Hurzeler, Unai Emery and Cesc Fabregas, though the latter three would be hard to prise away mid-season, further boosting the appeal of an available candidate like Howe who could bring a ready-made coaching team. [@GraemeBailey]

We failed you

Bruno Fernandes has carried Manchester United through some of our darkest years since arriving in 2020. Goals, assists, leadership, commitment and a mentality that refuses to accept mediocrity. He has given everything to this badge, even when the club around him continues to fail. Now Carrick wants to bench him? The same Bruno who has repeatedly stepped up when others went missing? Make it make sense. Bruno isn't responsible for this season's disaster. He didn't build this squad, create the tactical confusion or make the decisions that have put United in this position. He is the captain, not the entire team. You don't punish your most influential player because he speaks honestly about the team's problems. You fix the problems. Bruno Fernandes deserves respect, not scapegoating. Carrick needs to take responsibility instead of making his captain the headline and trying to act like he has some balls!!

🚨📸| Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox arriving at Carrington this morning.