Overview
- Michael Carrick opened his interim spell with a derby victory over Manchester City and a 3-2 win at Arsenal.
- The back-to-back results pushed Manchester United up to fourth place and revived Champions League ambitions.
- Support has grown among fans for Carrick to be confirmed, with appeals directed at part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, though no decision has been announced.
- Roy Keane told Sky Sport he does not view Carrick as the right long-term choice for United despite the early wins.
- Carrick’s early squad moves include reportedly keeping Kobbie Mainoo off the market and introducing 19-year-old Ayden Heaven to first-team action.