Manager Michael Carrick has been confirmed to take charge of Manchester United against Chelsea this weekend despite the difficult situation facing them. British media, including the BBC, reported on the 27th that the manager was scheduled to appear in the match against Stamford Bridge on the 31st. This comes after they lost to Bournemouth in Round 8 of the Premier League, leaving them without a win in eight games in all competitions.
The defeat saw United drop to 16th place, just two points behind bottom-placed Sunderland. Amid poor results, defender Lisandro Martinez has criticized the club's upper management, and midfielder Bruno Fernandes has expressed dissatisfaction with the team's tactics, causing anxiety within the team. In addition, there are reports that Carrick's dismissal as manager is becoming a reality, with candidates for his successor being discussed.
However, the BBC said, ``Carrick is expected to take charge against Chelsea this weekend,'' and on the 26th, club chief executive Omar Berrada and sporting director Jason Wilcox discussed the manager's future. As a result of the meeting, Berrada expressed his support for maintaining the status quo, saying, ``Coach Carrick was given an opportunity to work with the players to turn the situation around.''
The next match is on the 31st, Round 9 of the Premier League, against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. United need to bounce back in this game. The club has indicated that it will continue to take measures to improve the team's performance while keeping an eye on the length of the manager's tenure. While all eyes are on what will happen next, the focus will be on how Coach Carrick and his players will overcome this difficult situation.