Manchester United Eyes Antonio Conte as Carrick's Successor

Manchester United has reportedly identified Antonio Conte as a potential replacement for Michael Carrick, should the club decide to part ways with him. This information comes from Italian media, specifically Corriere della Sera, and indicates that while no decision has been made to dismiss Carrick, the club's hierarchy is exploring alternatives.

Carrick's position has faced increased scrutiny due to Manchester United's inconsistent start to the 2026/27 Premier League season, where they collected four points from their first three matches, including a victory over Ipswich Town, a draw against Everton, and a defeat to Hull City. Following a 1-0 loss to Manchester City in the 199th Manchester derby, pressure has mounted on Carrick.

Although United achieved a 4-0 victory against Azerbaijani side Sabah in the Champions League, speculation about Carrick's future persists. Conte, who has previously managed Chelsea and led them to the Premier League title in the 2016/17 season, is currently without a club after leaving Napoli and has emerged as a leading candidate for the Manchester United job.