Carrick was informed of the club's decision on Thursday, November 12, after senior officials completed an internal assessment of his performance and the team's results over recent weeks.
The 45-year-old had come under increasing pressure after failing to turn around United's fortunes despite being given additional matches to save his position.
According to reports, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox had recommended a managerial change to minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who oversees the club's sporting operations.
United's decision follows a difficult opening to the 2026/27 season, with the club managing only eight points from their first 10 Premier League matches.
The poor results have left the 20-time English champions in 18th position, their lowest placement at this stage of a top-flight campaign since the 1986/87 season.
Their latest league outing ended in a frustrating 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at Old Trafford. Although United recovered from a two-goal deficit to rescue a point, the result did little to ease concerns about their declining performances.
Carrick had initially earned a permanent appointment after guiding United to third place last season and securing Champions League qualification during his earlier interim spell.
However, his second campaign at the club failed to deliver similar results, ultimately placing his position under serious scrutiny.
Meanwhile, former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the leading candidate to take over at Old Trafford.
Reports indicate that United have already reached an agreement in principle with the Argentine, who currently manages the United States national team.
Pochettino could become the latest manager tasked with restoring Manchester United's competitiveness following another turbulent period at the club.
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