A major managerial shake-up is looming at one of English football’s biggest clubs, with behind-the-scenes pressure reaching a point where significant changes are now expected.
The situation could also affect several familiar faces with connections to Leeds United. One former Elland Road favourite is particularly likely to be affected, while another has been involved in the decision-making process that has brought matters to a head.
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Manchester United set to sack Carrick
According to The Athletic, Manchester United are set to sack Michael Carrick on Tuesday, with the club preparing to part ways with the manager following growing pressure over the team’s performances.
The decision would also end the involvement of his coaching staff, including former Leeds defender Jonathan Woodgate.
Woodgate joined Carrick’s backroom team at Old Trafford and would be expected to leave alongside the manager. The former centre-back enjoyed two spells at Elland Road during his playing career and remains a familiar name to Leeds supporters.
His departure would mark another setback in his coaching career, having previously worked alongside Carrick at Middlesbrough before joining him at Manchester United.
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Former Leeds man Wilcox involved in Carrick decision
Another significant Leeds connection is Jason Wilcox, who played an important role in the decision over Carrick’s future.
The former Leeds winger is now Manchester United’s director of football and has been closely involved in the club’s football operations. His position puts him at the heart of the discussions surrounding the manager and the future of the coaching staff.
Wilcox’s influence at Old Trafford has grown since he took the role, and the decision over Carrick marks a major moment in his time at the club.
For Woodgate, however, the consequences are more immediate. If the expected dismissal goes through, he will leave Manchester United alongside Carrick, bringing their latest coaching partnership to an abrupt end.
