Paul Scholes Reacts to Manchester United Manager Search

Carrick Dismissed After Poor Start

Manchester United have sacked Michael Carrick after a difficult opening to the season. The decision came on Thursday following a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday. Carrick managed training early in the week before being relieved of his duties.

The club won just three of their first 15 matches this season. That marks United's worst start to a domestic campaign since 1986. Carrick originally took over as interim manager after Ruben Amorim left in January. He led the team to a third place finish last season and received a two year contract in the summer.

Scholes Questions Timing of Pochettino Pursuit

United are now targeting Mauricio Pochettino to take over the manager role. The Argentine currently manages the United States national team. He previously guided Tottenham to the Champions League final in 2019 and won the league and cup with Paris St Germain.

Former United midfielder Paul Scholes believes Pochettino has the right presence for the club. However, he expressed concern that United waited too long. Scholes noted that Pochettino has a reputation for not winning many trophies, which may have delayed United previously, but he feels the club is in a very different position now.

Squad Changes Needed in January

Pochettino could be in charge for United's upcoming match against Liverpool at Anfield next Sunday after the international break. Former United player Nicky Butt stated that the incoming manager must act fast to clear out players he cannot trust during the January transfer window. Butt explained that United are so low down the table that thinking about trophies is not realistic right now.

Former Teammates Reflect on Decision

Both Scholes and Gary Neville felt Carrick should not have been given the full time job in the summer. Scholes stated that winning one out of ten league games is not enough for a club like United, adding that Carrick suited the interim role better.

Neville agreed that the sacking was sad but inevitable given the team's terrible position in the league table. United are hoping to complete the deal for Pochettino quickly.