EPL: Two managers sacked on Thursday
Manchester United announced the departure of manager Michael Carrick earlier today, marking a significant change within the club. Carrick’s dismissal comes just hours before Crystal Palace also announced the sacking of manager Pierre Sage.
Carrick, 45, became the second United manager to be relieved of his duties in 2026, following his initial appointment as a temporary replacement for Ruben Amorim. He later signed a permanent contract after successfully guiding the team back into the Champions League.
Mauricio Pochettino is expected to take over Carrick’s position.
Meanwhile, Sage’s tenure at Crystal Palace was cut short despite only being in the role since last summer, when he succeeded Oliver Glasner. His time at the club ended with Palace sitting at the bottom of the Premier League table, having secured only two victories in ten league matches.
Thomas Frank, who previously managed Brentford and Tottenham, is considered a strong candidate for the position left vacant by Sage.
