Overview
- Michael Carrick, appointed after Ruben Amorim’s exit, opened with statement wins over Manchester City and Arsenal.
- Comparisons to Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s caretaker-to-permanent path have intensified, yet United sources say it would take something "exceptional" for Carrick to get the job full-time.
- The board is prioritizing an external hire within the director-led structure under CEO Omar Berrada and football director Jason Wilcox.
- Analysts note United’s upswing began before Carrick, with a six-match league unbeaten run continuing as his brief centers on securing Champions League qualification.
- United face Fulham at Old Trafford on Sunday in Carrick’s next test, with Patrick Dorgu sidelined by a thigh injury and attacking selections under consideration.