Manchester United weighing sacking Carrick after Villa draw

Things are not going well for England's historic club Manchester United. After a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday, the giants have dropped to 18th in the points table.

It is their worst start to a domestic season in 40 years. In this situation, board members are considering sacking coach Michael Carrick.

The possibility of Carrick being sacked at United is growing steadily. After a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth on October 25, the club had decided to keep faith in Carrick.

But the authorities are now thinking of reassessing the situation during the international break in November. The board has not yet reached a final decision on Carrick's future, but the matter is under discussion.

Chief executive Omar Berrada and football director Jason Wilcox will recommend sacking Carrick to co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazer family, according to reports.

Several coaches are on the club's shortlist as Carrick's replacement. Among them is former Tottenham coach and current United States coach Mauricio Pochettino.

The Argentine is said to be interested in coming to Old Trafford. However, his contract as United States coach was also extended in August.

Another name on United's list is former Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann. English media have reported that the Red Devils have been in contact with the former Germany coach.

Former Chelsea coach Antonio Conte and former Newcastle coach Eddie Howe are also on the list as possible replacements for Carrick.

With the club still stuck in the relegation zone, the authorities are not willing to rush the decision to sack the coach. The board is expected to reassess the matter during the international break.