Former Chelsea and Napoli manager Antonio Conte has informed Manchester United that he is ready to take charge at Old Trafford immediately as scrutiny intensifies around head coach Michael Carrick. Representatives for the Italian tactician have approached club chiefs to reiterate his strong desire to return to the English top-flight dugout soon.
Lisandro Martinez has reportedly made a definitive decision regarding his long-term future at Manchester United following his explosive public criticism of the club’s leadership. The Argentine defender, who has become a focal point of tension at Old Trafford, appears ready to call time on his Premier League career after a breakdown in relations with the board.
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With sack talk hanging over Old Trafford, as Eddie Howe is mooted as a potential successor to Michael Carrick in the Manchester United managerial hot seat, who is the best option to guide the Red Devils forward? Premier League title winner Paul Parker has attempted to answer that question for GOAL, with some season-defining decisions needing to be made.
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