As pressure mounts on Manchester United manager Michael Carrick, the club’s hierarchy is expressing doubts over the wisdom of appointing Antonio Conte. Brighton's head coach, Fabian Huerzeler, has emerged as the primary target among Premier League specialists.
According to sources, the Red Devils have not engaged in official talks with Conte, despite the Italian spending a day in the UK during the recent international break. The club believe his confrontational style does not align with the profile they are seeking. Additionally, securing Huerzeler would likely involve paying a substantial compensation fee, as both the German coach and the Seagulls are keen to continue their partnership.
Other candidates for the Red Devils' managerial role
Alongside Huerzeler, other names are also in contention:
- Eddie Howe: According to the BBC, the Englishman is open to taking the reins at Manchester United and is ready to return to management following his departure from Newcastle this summer. His four-and-a-half-year stint with fierce rivals won't hold him back.
- Julian Nagelsmann: The club is also considering the German free agent as a potential candidate to lead the team at Old Trafford.
- Kieran McKenna: Alongside Howe, he also finds himself in the mix after leaving Ipswich.
The situation with Michael Carrick
Carrick's position has weakened due to a poor start, with the team winning only two of their 11 fixtures this season and failing to clinch victory in seven matches. This comes despite having signed a two-year contract in May. Nevertheless, he continues in his role and is expected to lead the team into Sunday's Premier League clash against Bournemouth.
