Manchester United Sack Michael Carrick
Manchester United have sacked head coach Michael Carrick with the team in the Premier League relegation zone, after one win in 11 games. The club paid tribute to a 'legend' but called the change 'necessary'. Mauricio Pochettino is poised to take over, with a framework agreement in place; one report says he is ready to replace Carrick. Carrick is the third recent United manager sacked midway through a season.
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