Manchester United’s leadership, including director of football Jason Wilcox and chief executive Omar Berrada, is currently evaluating the future of the coaching staff following a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. This loss extended the team's winless streak to eight games. Reports indicate that Eddie Howe has emerged as the primary candidate for the managerial position and is interested in the role.

Should Manchester United proceed with hiring Howe, they will be obligated to pay Newcastle United a compensation fee estimated at £3 million. This figure stems from the terms established when Howe departed Newcastle in July. In the interim, Michael Carrick is expected to continue overseeing training sessions. The club’s management has reportedly decided that Carrick will remain in his current capacity until a formal agreement for a permanent successor is finalized. While the club is actively pursuing a leadership change, the financial implications of the compensation package remain a central factor in the negotiations.