Manchester United have confirmed the departure of Manager Michael Carrick as the first-team head coach.
The club made the announcement in a statement on Thursday, November 12.
The former midfielder joined the club in January following the departure of Ruben Amorim. He took over from former teammate Darren Fletcher, who held the fort after Amorim’s departure.
Carrick led the club to a third-placed finish in the 2025/26 season, winning 12 out of the 17 games in charge.
This season has been tough for him so far, having won only once in the 10 games played.
The Red Devils have drawn five times including the latest 4-4 stalemate with Aston Villa.
“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,” the club said on Thursday.
It acknowledged the place Carrick holds in the history of the club.
“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 revealed the intention of appointing a permanent successor “as quickly as possible”.