Manchester, Nov. 12 -- Manchester United have parted ways with head coach Michael Carrick following a disappointing start to the 2026-27 season, bringing an end to his second spell at Old Trafford less than six months after handing him a two-year contract.

The club confirmed Carrick's departure in an official statement on Wednesday, citing the need for a change after a poor run of results that has left United in the Premier League relegation zone.

"Manchester United can confirm that Michael Carrick has departed his role as men's first-team head coach," the club said.

"After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions," it added...