Michael Carrick (left) was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's assistant during the Norwegian's previous spell as manager
Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have emerged as the frontrunners to become Manchester United's caretaker manager until the end of the season.
The former players, who have both previously managed United, are set for face-to-face talks with the club's leadership.
It is not out of the question the pair could also work together because Carrick was a significant part of Solskjaer's coaching team when he replaced Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford in 2018.
Darren Fletcher, United's current Under-18s coach, who has also been spoken to about the job, will continue as interim manager until a caretaker is appointed. The former midfielder takes charge of his first match on Wednesday, when United visit Burnley (20:15 GMT) in the Premier League.
