Hargreaves: Make Michael Carrick United boss unless Tuchel or Luis Enrique

A former Manchester United midfielder says the club would be wise to make Michael Carrick the permanent manager after an impressive start following his promotion from caretaker. Carrick has won all four matches since succeeding Ruben Amorim and has overseen a run unseen at the club since Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s early days in charge.

Owen Hargreaves argues Carrick should be the frontrunner, with one caveat: only the arrival of a major name such as Thomas Tuchel or Luis Enrique would justify a different choice. United have already begun the process of hiring a permanent boss, and names like Oliver Glasner and Andoni Iraola are thought to be available while Tuchel could be free after the World Cup.

Hargreaves warned that high-profile appointments bring expectations that do not guarantee success, pointing to the mixed outcomes of previous big-name managers. He praised Carrick’s calm, respectful approach and the quick bond he has formed with the players, urging the club to “ride the wave” while performances are strong.

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