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Manchester United considers three successors to Michael Carrick

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Manchester United is considering three candidates to replace Michael Carrick, who is under pressure after a run of five matches without a win. Fabian Hurzeler, Julian Nagelsmann and Antonio Conte are reportedly among the options being considered by different club officials, according to talkSPORT as cited by Vanguard.

Manchester United is considering Fabian Hurzeler, manager of Brighton and Hove Albion, Julian Nagelsmann, former Germany manager, and Antonio Conte to replace Michael Carrick if the English club decides to part ways with its manager. The three coaches have attracted the interest of different figures in the club’s management, according to talkSPORT, as cited by Vanguard.

The discussions come after a 2-0 defeat by Atlético de Madrid on Tuesday in the Champions League, which extended Manchester United’s winless run in all competitions to five matches. It followed a 1-1 draw against Tottenham, as pressure mounts on Michael Carrick, Vanguard reports.

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