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Eddie Howe to Man Utd major update as Newcastle compensation figure emerges

Eddie Howe remains in contention to replace Michael Carrick at Manchester United.

Eddie Howe is among the early favourites to take over at Old Trafford
Eddie Howe is among the early favourites to take over at Old Trafford (Image: Getty)

Manchester United will be forced to pay millions to appoint Eddie Howe as their new manager, according to reports. The former Newcastle boss is among the contenders to replace Michael Carrick, who is expected to be sacked after overseeing the club's worst start to a season in 40 years. It's deemed likely that a new permanent manager will be in charge for United's next game against Liverpool after this international break.

Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly emerged as the early frontrunner, even though he remains contracted to the United States national team until the summer of 2030.

It's claimed that United would need to pay around £7million in compensation to land the Argentine head coach, and potentially millions more to recruit his backroom staff.

It's a similar story with Howe, who would command a seven-figure fee despite being out of work following his Newcastle exit in the summer.

Newcastle would be entitled to compensation if Howe is appointed
Newcastle would be entitled to compensation if Howe is appointed (Image: Getty)

Under the terms of his departure, the Magpies would still be entitled to around £3m in compensation, according to talkSPORT.

Howe was reportedly considered by United when they debated sacking Carrick after their defeat to Bournemouth last month.

At the time, it was reported that the Red Devils decided against making a change because they weren't convinced by the available options to replace him.

Despite that, Howe remains among the contenders to succeed Carrick in the Old Trafford dugout, with Julian Nagelsmann also under consideration.

The latter is also unattached, having left his role as Germany head coach following their World Cup exit in the round of 32.

Howe, meanwhile, was initially planning to stay away from management for a while after leaving Newcastle, but would seemingly be ready to return if United come calling.

He boasts a wealth of Premier League experience, having helped to establish Bournemouth as a top-flight side before joining the Magpies and leading them to Carabao Cup glory last year.

Whoever is appointed to succeed Carrick will be tasked with dragging the Red Devils away from a relegation battle, as well as progressing to the Champions League knockout stages.

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