Dhaka, Oct. 26 -- Manchester United have begun assessing potential successors as Michael Carrick's tenure as head coach comes under mounting scrutiny, sources have told ESPN.

Pressure intensified on the 45-year-old following Sunday's 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth at Old Trafford.

That result marked United's second heavy setback inside five days, coming on the heels of a 4-1 Champions League defeat away to Como on Wednesday.

The club are now winless in eight matches across all competitions, leaving them 16th in the Premier League table and merely a point clear of the relegation zone.

According to sources speaking to ESPN, Old Trafford hierarchy are actively reviewing alternatives whilst weighing Carrick's position.

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