- Antonio Conte's representatives have reportedly signalled to Manchester United officials that the Italian tactician would consider taking charge at Old Trafford
- Manchester United have won just one of their opening six Premier League matches under Michael Carrick, who was appointed permanently over the summer
- Conte brings a trophy-laden CV that includes Serie A and Premier League titles with Napoli, Inter Milan and Chelsea
Manchester United's troubled start to the Premier League season has opened the door to a potential high-profile managerial shake-up, with Antonio Conte emerging as a reported option should the club decide to move on from Michael Carrick.
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Sources suggest that people close to Conte have made contact with United officials to signal the Italian's willingness to take the position if the club opts for a change.
No formal approach has been confirmed, and there is currently no indication that United intend to sack Carrick.
Why Conte could appeal to United
The former midfielder was handed the permanent role over the summer following a promising stint as interim boss, but early results have failed to justify confidence in the appointment.
United have claimed just one win from their first six league outings, and matters worsened with a Carabao Cup exit to Brighton, who erased a two-goal deficit to win at Old Trafford.
That sequence of results has intensified scrutiny around Carrick and sparked debate over whether he is the right man to lead the club back to its former heights.
Conte's record makes him one of the most sought-after managers in world football.
He led Chelsea to the Premier League title in his debut season in England and followed that up with an FA Cup triumph.
In Italy, he guided Inter Milan to the Serie A crown and more recently took Napoli to the championship in his first season at the club, before finishing runners-up in his second.
His stint at Napoli concluded over the summer after two years in charge, leaving him available for a new challenge.
Conte has spoken publicly about his desire to take on a project at a major club that has lost its way, and United fit that description.
The club has not consistently competed for the top honours since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013, and has also found it difficult to remain a regular presence among Europe's elite.
Whether United's hierarchy is seriously considering a move remains unclear. For now, Carrick remains in charge as the club searches for a way to turn its season around.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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