Manchester United are considering appointing Bayern Munich coach Aaron Danks to assist Michael Carrick if they decide to keep him as manager, according to TEAMtalk sources. United sit 19th in the table and have one league victory from their opening 10 matches.
Danks’ coaching background
Danks is currently a key part of Vincent Kompany’s coaching staff at Bayern Munich. He previously worked with Carrick at Middlesbrough.
Discussion over Carrick’s future
Manchester United’s hierarchy, led by director of football Jason Wilcox, are due to hold high-level discussions about Carrick’s future at Carrington, according to TEAMtalk sources.
Managerial figures mentioned
Eddie Howe has been viewed as a leading candidate by Wilcox, while Christopher Vivell is known to admire Julian Nagelsmann. Antonio Conte has expressed a desire to take charge at Old Trafford. Unai Emery and Cesc Fabregas are among the managers admired within Manchester United’s wider football operation.
Result and next fixture
Manchester United drew 4-4 with Aston Villa, with two injury-time goals helping them salvage a point. Their next fixture after the international break is against Liverpool on November 22.
