Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says Manchester United manager Michael Carrick could face the sack if United lose at home to Aston Villa on Sunday. The warning comes as United are under significant pressure in the Premier League and sit in the bottom positions heading into the fixture at Old Trafford.
Outlets cite that United have recently had a lift in form in Europe, ending a nine-match winless run with a comeback win against Roma in the Champions League. Despite that, the league situation remains a concern, with United still seeking wins after late August. Metro and The Mirror focus on how defeat could affect Carrick’s prospects, including the timing around the international break.
Coverage also notes that speculation about potential replacements has been circulating, with Metro mentioning names linked to the job. Daily Post Nigeria adds context about United’s immediate league surroundings following results involving other sides. Across all reports, Gerrard is presented as setting out consequences of results rather than reporting any formal decision by United’s board.
