Antonio Conte and Fabian Hürzeler have both denied any interest in the Manchester United job as pressure intensifies on Michael Carrick. A dreadful 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League on Wednesday night shone a spotlight on Carrick, who signed a two-year deal in May after initially taking over on an interim basis. United have now failed to win their last seven matches in all competitions, dating back to a 4-0 win against Sabah on Sept. 10. Carrick is set to lead United in their Premier League clash against Bournemouth this weekend, sources have told ESPN.
Conte, who won the Premier League and FA Cup as Chelsea boss and also managed Tottenham Hotspur, has moved to distance himself from United. In a statement on social media, he said there are currently no negotiations at an advanced stage and that reports of financial demands and requests for full control were unfounded. Conte left Napoli, where he won Serie A, in June and has not returned to the dugout since.
Brighton boss Hürzeler, meanwhile, insisted his focus was entirely on the Seagulls. Having guided Brighton into the Conference League last season, he has led a remarkable start this term, with 23 goals scored, more than any other side in England's top flight. The 33-year-old German said he has no time to think about the rumours because the team plays every three days. He also praised Carrick, calling him a great human being and saying their relationship is really good.
Brighton's focus now turns to a trip to Liverpool this weekend, after a goalless draw away to Jablonec in the Conference League ended a six-game winning run that included a Carabao Cup triumph at Old Trafford.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing