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Manchester United have reportedly identified Julian Nagelsmann as their primary target to succeed Michael Carrick as the pressure reaches a breaking point at Old Trafford. The former Bayern Munich and Germany boss is said to be open to a move to the Premier League following a disastrous run of form for the Red Devils.

Youri Tielemans joining Manchester United “surprised” Philippe Albert, but the former Belgium international has admitted to GOAL that it is “difficult to say no” when the Red Devils come calling. Another Premier League-proven addition to the Old Trafford engine room was made in the summer of 2026, with a boyhood dream being fulfilled in the process.

Manchester United co-owners INEOS have handed director of football Jason Wilcox full authority to determine whether under-fire head coach Michael Carrick remains in charge at Old Trafford. Club chiefs are assessing their options after Wednesday's humbling 4-1 Champions League defeat away at Como compounded a dismal start to the campaign.

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