Man United's five-man shortlist to replace Michael Carrick revealed: Fabian Hurzeler admired but Brighton compensation obstacle looms, while Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are in the race for Old Trafford hotseat

So here we go again. How much longer can Carrick last? Hours? Days? Beyond the international break? United have never sacked two managers in the same calendar year, but this cannot go on.