Former Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe is ready to entertain an offer from Manchester United to replace Michael Carrick.
While Carrick will be in charge when the Red Devils host Bournemouth on Sunday afternoon, the axe is hanging just over his neck.
The 45-year-old has failed to register a win in the last seven games across competitions, and on Wednesday his team suffered an embarassing 1-4 defeat in the Champions League after a dismal display in Como.
Eddie Howe willing to consider Man Utd offer
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In addition to the lacklustre results, Carrick is beginning to lose the dressing room, as evidenced by Bruno Fernandes’ tactical rant in the aftermath of Wednesday’s defeat.
Therefore, INEOS are already contemplating their options on the market, with several sources, including Telegraph journalist Matt Law, revealing a five-man shortlist.
The source identifies Julian Nagelsmann as the favourite to take over should Carrick be shown the door, with Howe right behind him.
Antonio Conte is also a strong candidate given how he’s currently unattached, while Brighton’s Fabian Hurzeler and Aston Villa’s Unai Emery are less likely options due to their commitments with other Premier League clubs.
Law added that Howe is in no hurry to take a new role after parting ways with Newcastle in the summer. In fact, he would be happy to bide his time while awaiting Thomas Tuchel’s departure from the English national team, as he would be a strong candidate for the role.
Nevertheless, the opportunity to coach Man Utd could prompt him to change his plans and ponder an immediate return to the dugout.
Why Howe could be a risky move for Man Utd
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After enjoying successful spells at Bournemouth and Newcastle, Howe cemented himself as one of the finest English managers of his generation. Jurgen Klopp praised the 48-year-old for his ‘exceptional’ work.
But while a mid-season appointment could spark a positive reaction, as witnessed in the previous two campaigns, the impact could be limited to a few months before plunging into mediocrity once more.
Unlike Carrick, Howe would likely command an immense salary and a long-term deal, which United could easily regret.
With the dressing room in disarray, the club could require a manager who has a track record of coaching top-level players and implementing order, something that Howe doesn’t truly possess.
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