Overview
- Darren Fletcher’s first match in charge ended 2-2 at Burnley, with a return to a back four and Bruno Fernandes starting on managed minutes.
- Club officials have held talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who is reported to be the leading interim candidate as a decision is expected after his trip to Norway for a funeral.
- United’s hierarchy want a long-term hire with Premier League experience, a stance that could exclude figures like Zinedine Zidane and Luis Enrique, while Oliver Glasner declined to engage with the speculation.
- Michael Carrick remains under consideration for a role and Ruud van Nistelrooy has been ruled out, as pressure on leadership grew with away fans unveiling a “JIM CAN’T FIX THIS” banner.
- Transfer plans have been affected by the coaching change, with Roma saying there are no active contacts over Joshua Zirkzee and reports in Italy and the BBC indicating Napoli’s interest in Kobbie Mainoo has cooled.