Michael Carrick sack decision looms as new favourite to be Manchester United manager emerges

Carrick’s day appeared to be numbered after another humbling defeat, as Bournemouth brushed Man Utd aside at Old Trafford on Sunday to leave the club sitting in 17th in the Premier League table.

The former midfielder was given a reprieve earlier this week despite a dismal loss in the Champions League at Como, but has now been sacked just five months after being appointed as permanent manager on a two-year deal.

Julian Nagelsmann, out of work since leaving the German national team after the World Cup, has reportedly been sounded out as an option.

Ex-Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is available and said to be keen to take on a large-scale challenge at a club which has fallen on hard times. Antonio Conte is also out of work and made no secret of his desire for the job.

Latest next Man Utd manager odds

Eddie Howe: 8/13

Julian Nagelsmann: 5/1

Antonio Conte: 10/1

Fabian Hurzeler: 10/1

Thomas Tuchel: 16/1

Kieran McKenna: 16/1

Unai Emery: 16/1

Cesc Fabregas: 16/1