Antonio Conte is reportedly open to taking over as Manchester United manager should the club decide to dismiss Michael Carrick, according to reports covered by detiksport. The Italian coach, currently without a club following his departure from Napoli last season, has signaled his interest to the Old Trafford hierarchy as the team struggles through its worst start to a domestic campaign in decades.

Manchester United Struggles With Worst Start in 40 Years

Manchester United has collected just six points from its opening six matches in the English Premier League, mirroring a dismal run of form not seen at the club in 40 years. The team sits 18th in the league table, merely three points above Tottenham in the relegation zone. The early-season woes also include an early exit from the Carabao Cup following a 3-2 comeback defeat against Brighton.

Michael Carrick Faces Mounting Pressure at Old Trafford

Michael Carrick’s position as head coach has grown increasingly precarious amidst the club’s poor run. Detiksport reported that while pressure mounts from supporters and pundits alike, the club’s management has maintained backing for the former midfielder. Complementing those reports, CNN Indonesia noted comments from transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, who stated on his YouTube channel that INEOS and club executives had not planned an immediate change of leadership in the wake of a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League.

Lisandro Martinez Criticizes Transfer Strategy and Squad Investment

Amid the team’s struggles on the pitch, defender Lisandro Martinez voiced public frustration regarding the club’s direction. As outlined in coverage from 20detik, the Argentine center-back criticized club chiefs over the strategy deployed in the transfer market, asserting that the financial backing provided to strengthen the squad remains inadequate for competing at the highest level.

Paul Scholes Questions Managerial Stability and Alternative Options

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes expressed deep frustration with the club’s recurring cycle of managerial dismissals. In remarks reported by Goal.com, Scholes questioned the constant turnover at Old Trafford after only six matches of the new season. Scholes also addressed links connecting Brighton head coach Fabian Hürzeler to the United job, acknowledging the German manager’s impressive start on the south coast but noting that the intense scrutiny at Old Trafford presents an entirely different magnitude of pressure.

Antonio Conte Weighs Up Potential Premier League Return

Conte brings an extensive track record in English football to the speculative list of successors. The former Chelsea and Tottenham manager captured both the Premier League title and the FA Cup during his tenure at Stamford Bridge between 2016 and 2018. According to reports cited by Kompas, betting markets place Conte as a leading candidate alongside former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe, though no formal negotiations have commenced between the club and the Italian coach.