Howe Draws Manchester United Interest Amid Carrick Pressure

Manchester United are considering future managerial options amid pressure on Michael Carrick, with former Newcastle United coach Eddie Howe interested in the Old Trafford position if the role becomes available, according to Football Insider on October 12, 2026.

Carrick remains in charge despite United's difficult start to the 2026/27 Premier League season. The club collected six points from six league matches and drew 1-1 with Tottenham, according to the reports.

Football Insider reported that Howe is open to discussions with United officials if a vacancy emerges. United have not planned an immediate dismissal and want Carrick to have time to improve results.

Howe is viewed as a potential successor because of his Premier League record and Champions League experience with Newcastle United, according to Football Insider. He left Newcastle during the summer after guiding the club to major progress.

During Howe's time at Newcastle, he helped the team move from a relegation battle in 2021 to Champions League qualification and a first major domestic trophy in 70 years, according to the report.

Former Chelsea player Jason Cundy criticized Carrick's recent performances while discussing United's situation on talkSPORT.

"Carrick is on the rack. I’m telling you now, he is in trouble," said Jason Cundy, former Chelsea player.

Cundy pointed to United's recent matches, including a defeat to 10-man Manchester City, a difficult game against Fulham and a draw against 10-man Tottenham at Old Trafford.

"That is terrible. The last three games, they lost to 10-man Man City, could’ve got beaten by Fulham and they draw at home, 1-0 up, to 10-man Spurs," said Jason Cundy, former Chelsea player.

The former Chelsea player continued to question United's form as Carrick faces increasing scrutiny after the opening matches of the campaign.

"They have been absolutely terrible. The heat on Carrick now is going to be unbelievable," said Jason Cundy, former Chelsea player.

United's hierarchy reportedly still values Carrick after he secured the permanent role by guiding the club back into the Champions League last season. The team faces upcoming matches against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and Leeds United in the league.