Michael Carrick has made an immediate impact at Manchester United, guiding the side to four straight Premier League wins and pushing them up into fourth place. Carrick said the run should be enjoyed, but the timing is the real story: United’s trip to West Ham comes with the Champions League race tightening and little room…
Carrick has sparked a sharp upturn, but United’s bigger decision is about trust, not a two-game sample. The next run will show whether this is a foundation — or a temporary release valve.
Manchester United’s 2–0 derby win in Michael Carrick’s first game didn’t just deliver points — it changed the pace of the season. For Manchester City, the concern is less the defeat itself and more the feeling that time is slipping in the title race.
Manchester United face a crucial transitional period after Ruben Amorim’s exit, balancing short-term stability with decisions that could shape the club’s future.