Carrick tells players ‘hard truth’ in attempt to turn Manchester United’s season around

Head coach reflects on ‘not always rosy’ conversations Players ‘hurting’ after eight games without a win Michael Carrick said he has had difficult conversations with the Manchester United hierarchy and his players during their turbulent start to the season. United have not won in their past eight games and start the weekend in 16th place of 20 in the league, one point above the relegation zone.