Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterCarrick appears to have accepted that his tenure at Old Trafford could soon be brought to an abrupt end.Speaking ahead of Man Uniteds next game, a Champions League showdown with AS Roma, Carrick was fatalistic in tone when questioned about the mounting speculation surrounding his position.Rather than offering standard managerial press conference fare of defiance in the face of public scrutiny, the 45-year-old openly acknowledged the reality of his situation.Michael Carrick admits 'whatever happens will happen' "I cant look into the future, I dont know whats gonna happen, Carrick admitted, in quotes via The Athletic. I am really looking forward to the game tomorrow, you might think Im crazy with the results weve had. Whatever happens will happen after that, whatever direction it goes in.The mood around the club has turned following a run of just two wins in nine matches across all competitions. A five-game winless streak, an early Carabao Cup exit, and a return of seven points from their opening nine Premier League fixtures has left Man United drastically off the pace. You may like Manchester United update drops on Michael Carrick's future, with INEOS stance revealed Michael Carrick fighting for Manchester United future as bookmakers slash sack odds Manchester United make their Michael Carrick decision as major update issued: report Recent domestic displays, which include failing to capitalise against 10 men versus Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur, were compounded by a dispiriting Champions League defeat away to Atletico Madrid, after which Lisandro Martinez spoke out against the club hierarchy.Martinez broke rank to deliver a stinging critique of the club's summer recruitment, reportedly sparking an argument with a teammate on the flight back to Manchester. With a dressing room unravelling and Carrick's gentler approach failing to provoke a response, the popular view is that the club's faith in his faculties to turn things around has plummeted.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.To some, his latest quotes indicate a recognition that the writing is on the wall, and with the November international break coming up, that could be the opportune time for the club to sever ties with the former interim head coach.Old Trafford is likely to have a new first-team manager before long - national outlets have already linked Brightons Fabian Hurzeler alongside more experienced coaches Antonio Conte and Unai Emery.At a club the size of Manchester United, once a manager hums 'que sera, sera', the inevitable is rarely far behind.TOPICSMichael CarrickManchester UnitedPremier LeagueChampions LeagueJoe DonnohueSocial Links NavigationSenior Digital WriterJoe joined FourFourTwo as senior digital writer in July 2025 after five years covering Leeds United in the Championship and Premier League. Joe's 'Mastermind' specialist subject is 2000s-era Newcastle United having had a season ticket at St. James' Park for 10 years before relocating to Leeds and later London. Joe takes a keen interest in youth football, covering PL2, U21 Euros, as well as U20 and U17 World Cups in the past, in addition to hosting the industry-leading football recruitment-focused SCOUTED podcast. He is also one of the lucky few to have 'hit top bins' as a contestant on Soccer AM. It wasn't a shin-roller.
