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Fernandes tells Carrick he is committed to turning United season around

Dismal results have left Carrick’s job in the balance, and to remain as the head coach for the long-term, Carrick has to start winning games.

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Key facts

  • Fernandes was an unused substitute during United's 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday. Following last Wednesday’s 4-1 loss at Como, the midfielder…
  • Dismal results have left Carrick’s job in the balance, and to remain as the head coach for the long-term, Carrick has to start winning games.
  • There was also a wider squad meeting with Carrick at which the rest of the players made the same vow of commitment to the staff.

Fernandes was an unused substitute during United's 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday. Following last Wednesday’s 4-1 loss at Como, the midfielder had questioned the team’s strategy, which was seen as a direct attack on the manager as Carrick decides tactics.

Dismal results have left Carrick’s job in the balance, and to remain as the head coach for the long-term, Carrick has to start winning games.

There was also a wider squad meeting with Carrick at which the rest of the players made the same vow of commitment to the staff.

The 32-year-old offered the manager assurances that he is fully committed and intent on trying to turn the team’s season around, easing tensions after a public dispute over team strategy.

United are preparing for Saturday's trip to Chelsea at 12:30 GMT, when Fernandes could return to the starting line-up.

The 32-year-old, it is understood, offered the manager assurances that he is fully committed and intent on trying to turn the team’s season around.

United are preparing for Saturday's trip to Chelsea (12:30 GMT), when Fernandes could return to the starting line-up.

Fernandes, 32, was an unused substitute during United's 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday.

After last Wednesday’s 4-1 loss at Como, Fernandes questioned the team’s strategy.

It is unclear whether Fernandes, who was made club captain in 2023, apologised for his critical comments.

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