Is Michael Carrick Manchester United Manager Choice?

Michael Carrick Manchester United manager talks are now heating up as the club inches nearer to possibly making a long-term appointment. It was a temporary position, but it’s becoming a solid potential for a full-time position.

Carrick came on board in January when the club dropped Amorim as manager. There wasn’t much promise at the time. There was a general feeling that United would look to the outside for a name that they knew and trusted. However, Carrick has stealthed himself into that story.

Manchester United have been consistent with him in charge. The team appears to be more organised. Players are more confident. Most significantly, results have been enhanced at the perfect time of the season. His promotion to Champions League status has only boosted his claim.

Carrick is a reliable option from a tactics perspective. He’s a club man. He is familiar with the dressing room. This is a niche he can use to beat out any external candidates that might be there that would take time to get used to it.

Some have said that some of the more senior players, such as Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox, are set to support Carrick. Their decision indicates a change of strategy. The club might focus on consistency and development rather than on seeking big names.

But, the final call is on Sir Jim Ratcliffe. That would be of critical importance prior to formal talks beginning, assuming they start, and before he is even able to approve the agreement. If he agrees, then Carrick may come out of the interim role and become the permanent manager.

This is indicative of the general trend in football. Clubs are starting to place more importance on system fit than reputation. Carrick might not be the most famous name, but he’s making his mark. The next few days will be crucial. So far, Carrick has done all the things he had to do to remain in the mix.