Michael Carrick is STAYING: Man United decide against wielding axe after day of crisis talks - but under-pressure boss must still convince chiefs he is the right man for the job

Michael Carrick will remain as Manchester United head coach following a day of crisis talks between the club's hierarchy. He has been given the opportunity to turn the club's struggling season around, though he must still convince club chiefs that he is the right long-term appointment for the role. The decision came after significant internal deliberation about his future at Old Trafford.