Michael Carrick's position at Manchester United remains increasingly uncertain, and even the dramatic Champions League comeback against Roma has done little to ease the pressure. Despite ending a nine-game winless run across all competitions, the former midfielder is reportedly facing growing tensions within the dressing room, with the club already exploring possible replacements.Blow after blow for United: Real Madrid steal Red Devils' greatest gem?According to French outlet Foot Mercato, United have made contact with Didier Deschamps, who is currently without a coaching job after leaving the France national team. The 57-year-old is enjoying time with his family but has previously indicated that he would not rule out a return to club management. Juventus have also been linked with him in recent months, although a move to Turin is reportedly not particularly appealing at this stage.Deschamps is not the only name being considered at Old Trafford. Julian Nagelsmann, also currently without a club, is believed to be among the preferred candidates for some members of the United hierarchy. Others would reportedly favour Unai Emery, although convincing the Aston Villa manager to leave would be a considerably more difficult proposition, particularly with the Spaniard expected to extend his contract.United stun Roma with incredible comeback, Cunha is the hero!United's predicament, however, could prove a major obstacle in attracting their preferred candidate. The club's organisational instability, inconsistent recruitment and expensive transfer mistakes have left it struggling to compete, with the Red Devils sitting just two points above the bottom of the Premier League table.There are obvious parallels with Juventus, another European heavyweight that has struggled with instability and costly recruitment decisions in recent years. Deschamps has already been linked with both clubs, but neither project appears particularly straightforward.##NAJAVA_MECA_10087385##For now, the Frenchman is reportedly in no hurry to return to the dugout and could wait until next season before deciding on his next move. Real Madrid were also said to have considered him before Florentino Perez opted for Jose Mourinho.Should Deschamps eventually accept the challenge at Old Trafford, he would face arguably the toughest assignment of his managerial career. After all, United's problems have outlasted several managers, with those in the dugout repeatedly paying the price for issues that run much deeper than the touchline.
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