Eddie Howe stance on replacing Michael Carrick

Former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is reportedly open to considering a move to Manchester United in the near future.

United have had a dismal start to the Premier League campaign, and they are currently 18th in the standings with just eight points on the board.

The pressure is immense on manager Michael Carrick, and the hierarchy are expected to make a decision on whether to sack him or not this week.

TalkSPORT claim that Howe is one of the frontrunners to succeed Carrick at the helm, and he has already opened the door towards the possibility.

If United were to pursue a deal for Howe, they would need to compensate Newcastle United, given the Englishman walked away from a long-term deal.

He agreed to part ways with the Magpies last summer, but as part of the contract termination, his next club will need to pay £5m in compensation.

That should not be a burden for the Red Devils.