Manchester United have parted ways with men's first-team head coach Michael Carrick following a disappointing start to the current campaign.
The former United midfielder guided the club to an impressive third-place finish last season. However, the team has struggled this season, collecting just eight points from 10 matches and slipping into the relegation zone.
In a statement, Manchester United confirmed Carrick's departure, saying the decision followed a disappointing start to the campaign.
The club said it had reached the difficult conclusion that a change in leadership was necessary to achieve its ambitions.
Carrick's final match in charge was Sunday's chaotic 4-4 draw against Aston Villa.
Following the match, Carrick insisted he had no intention of walking away from his position and said he was looking ahead to the international break.
However, United's hierarchy opted to make a change in an attempt to turn around the club's fortunes after managing just three victories in all competitions.
Former Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino has been linked with the vacant position.
The potential appointment would present a significant challenge as United continue to struggle to regain their former dominance in English football following the departure of legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson 13 years ago.
The club has since been overtaken by domestic rivals Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal.
Manchester United's next fixture will be against fierce rivals Liverpool at Anfield on November 22.