Why is Eddie Howe trending in the UK?
Eddie Howe is trending because football pundit Paul Merson named him as a likely candidate to lead Manchester United. This comes as current head coach Michael Carrick faces pressure following a poor run of form.
What happened
- Earlier
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur [1], [2].
- 13 Oct, 2026
Paul Merson identifies Eddie Howe as a probable choice for United if they seek a new manager [1].
What you need to know
Paul Merson believes Michael Carrick is in trouble due to a lack of ideas to fix United's form [1].
Manchester United have failed to win five of their last six matches [1].
The club currently sits 12th in the Premier League [2].
Reports suggest the club's co-owners, INEOS, are not currently planning to fire Carrick [2].
It is not confirmed if Manchester United are actively looking for a new manager or if Eddie Howe is interested in the role.
Background
Michael Carrick is the current head coach of Manchester United. While he previously led the team into the Champions League, the club has struggled recently, picking up only six points from six games [1], [2].
United faces a difficult upcoming schedule, including a Champions League match against Atletico Madrid and a league game against Leeds United [1].
Questions people ask
Is Michael Carrick being sacked?
While Paul Merson suggests he is in trouble, other reports indicate INEOS is backing Carrick and has no immediate plans to remove him [1], [2].
Who else has been mentioned as a replacement?
Paul Merson mentioned Antonio Conte as someone who could steady the team, and noted that the club should have previously pursued Unai Emery [1].
Where this came from
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