Manchester United is going through one of the most difficult periods of the season, but Michael Carrick appears set to remain in charge of the “Red Devils”, at least until the international break is over.
After securing third place in last season’s Premier League, the English side has suffered a significant decline, dropping to 18th in the table. In their first 10 games, United have won only once and sit just one point above Coventry, the first team in the relegation zone.
Recent results have once again highlighted the team’s major problems. After a spectacular 3-2 comeback against Roma, Manchester United drew 4-4 with Aston Villa, salvaging a point thanks to two goals scored in extra time. A match full of emotion, but one that also showed the team’s fragility.
Despite criticism and disappointing results, Michael Carrick has no intention of leaving his post. The coach made his position clear, stressing that he aims to continue working to improve the situation and return the team to winning ways.
“That is not going to happen. We have not won enough matches, but I expect to keep working, to improve the situation and to win,” Carrick said.
Meanwhile, harsh criticism has also come from the English media. The Daily Mail has described Manchester United as an unprepared side that relies on moments of inspiration to correct its own mistakes, rather than showing consistency across matches.
According to reports from the Mirror and the Manchester Evening News, the club’s leadership does not intend to sack the coach during this period.
The international break would be a suitable moment to make a change in the dugout, but for now at Carrington there appears to be a dominant desire to give continuity to the project started with Carrick.