Can Carrick survive Man United’s slump and Fernandes fallout?

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick left the Old Trafford pitch on Sunday to the sound of his name being sung by the adoring home support, but he may never lead the team onto the field again.His players followed him and the message delivered to them and the club captain Bruno Fernandes, who was an unused substitute, was quite different.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4All to know about the Ballon d’Or awards 2026list 2 of 4Jordan FA chief says AFC Congress ‘pure politics’ at behest of Infantinolist 3 of 4Ronaldinho’s comeback with Ravenna at 46 set for next month at Forlilist 4 of 4Lionel Messi receives top Spanish award in recognition of social workend of listThe 3-0 thumping by Bournemouth was a result that marked a 40-year low for the crisis club and plunged it to new depths – and the fans were determined to let United’s owners and playing staff know it.The opening seven league matches marked United’s worst start since 1986. The latest defeat, their sixth of the season, leaves the club just a point above the relegation zone and without a win in eight matches in all competitions.What has happened between Fernandes and Carrick?Fernandes, the Professional Footbal...