Carrick backs Fernandes ahead of Chelsea clash as United’s striker shortage threatens his job

Corroborated by 2 sources from 2 publishers

ukgeneral13h ago

TL;DR

Carrick says he supports Fernandes and expects United to face Chelsea, but a lack of striker depth could jeopardize his position.

Al Jazeera

https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/10/29/manchester-uniteds-carrick-expected-to-face-chelsea-and-backs-fernandes?traffic_source=rss

Forbes Business

https://www.forbes.com/sites/grahamruthven/2026/10/29/manchester-uniteds-lack-of-striker-depth-could-cost-carrick-his-job