Despite Manchester United's football operations being in disarray, the team in the relegation zone, and manager Carrick on the brink of being sacked, Football Director Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada are expected to retain their positions and continue to have Sir Jim Ratcliffe's confidence, according to The Telegraph.
Manchester United is expected to appoint a third manager this year, with Carrick facing dismissal and the team mired in the relegation zone. This situation has brought increased scrutiny on Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada, who oversee the club's day-to-day football operations. However, it is understood that Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada still have Sir Jim Ratcliffe's trust, and for now, their positions are unlikely to change, as the Manchester United co-owner believes they can steer the club through its current difficulties.
Manchester United executives have been repeatedly targeted by fans in recent matches, with supporters verbally abusing Jason Wilcox, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and the Glazer family, calling for the co-owners to sell the club and replace the management.
After Manchester United's 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid last month, Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez heavily criticized Jason Wilcox and the Manchester United board over transfer policies and accountability. Lisandro Martinez was subsequently fined and issued a public apology.
Earlier this year, Jason Wilcox made headlines when Carrick's predecessor, Amorim, reportedly had a furious confrontation with the Football Director at a meeting and was sacked three days later.
Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada are expected to meet with Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monaco on Wednesday as part of Ineos' long-standing CEO summit for its wider senior staff. The event, typically held twice a year by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has long been on the calendar, but for Manchester United executives, the situation is now different, as Carrick is expected to be relieved of his duties, and attention is turning to who might succeed him.
Manchester United has never sacked two managers in the same year in its 148-year history, but Carrick, who replaced Amorim (initially as interim manager) in January, is expected to see his tenure end 10 months later.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe appointed Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox after purchasing an influential minority stake from the Glazer family in 2024 and taking control of the football department.