Man Utd chiefs to meet Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monaco to discuss Michael Carrick's future

Manchester United's hierarchy will meet in Monaco on Wednesday to discuss Michael Carrick's future as head coach, with his position at Old Trafford increasingly under threat.

Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is expected to meet chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox, with Carrick's difficult start to the season set to dominate the discussions.

No final decision has been made, but there is growing uncertainty over whether the 45-year-old will remain in charge when United return to action after the international break. Berrada and Wilcox are expected to present their assessment of the team's performances and discuss the possible next steps.

United's situation has deteriorated following an eighth consecutive Premier League match without a victory. Sunday's 4-4 draw with Aston Villa left the club in the relegation zone, adding to the pressure on Carrick after a campaign that has brought just one league win in 11 games.

The club had previously given the former midfielder three matches to improve results following a 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth. Although United secured a comeback victory against Roma and recovered a point against Villa, their overall form has continued to raise concerns.

If United decide to part ways with Carrick, Mauricio Pochettino is among the names being considered as a potential replacement. Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann have also been linked with the vacancy, although no substantive talks with alternative candidates have been confirmed.