Michael Carrick sack news: Man United manager latest as "hard truths" hint revealed ahead of Chelsea Premier League game

By Lewis Nolan | 31 Oct 2026 02:56 , Last updated: 31 Oct 2026 02:56 Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has revealed that hard truths have been shared between himself, the squad and the club's hierarchy in recent weeks. No other manager in the Premier League is under as much pressure as the Red Devils head coach, with a defeat against Chelsea on Saturday likely to be fatal for his chances of remaining in charge . United are currently winless in eight games, and they are 16th in the league table with just seven points after eight matchweeks.