Michael Carrick's future 'unlikely' to be decided before Thursday

Michael Carrick's future as Manchester United head coach is unlikely to be decided before Thursday, according to a report from the BBC. United's hierarchy will discuss Carrick's position at a meeting in Monaco on Wednesday, attended by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox. Berrada and Wilcox are expected to present their recommendation to Ratcliffe and the Glazer family, with a growing expectation that they will call for Carrick to be sacked. However, the Glazers will also be consulted, meaning a final decision may not be announced until Thursday at the earliest. Carrick is under increasing pressure after United slipped to 18th in the Premier League following Sunday's chaotic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa. The club have endured their worst start to a domestic campaign in 40 years, although the hierarchy remain convinced that a top-five finish is still achievable. Should United decide to part ways with Carrick, they are keen to inform him face to face. The BBC also reports that United have previously sounded out former Newcastle boss Eddie Howe and ex-Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann as potential replacements. Former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is understood to be interested in the vacancy, while Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly open to taking charge at Old Trafford, despite recently extending his contract as United States head coach.