Michael Carrick has implemented further behind-the-scenes adjustments at Manchester United following his appointment as head coach until the end of the season. The 44-year-old has enjoyed a strong start, securing victories in his opening three fixtures against Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham, propelling United back into the Premier League's top four.
According to reports, Carrick has chosen to address his squad after matches, something his predecessor Ruben Amorim rarely did. While Carrick reserves in-depth tactical breakdowns for subsequent days, he has made a deliberate effort to engage with players in the changing room, offering one-to-one feedback—another departure from the Amorim era.
Carrick has also abandoned the approach of Erik ten Hag and Amorim, who made players train the day after fixtures. Instead, he has introduced mandatory rest days within 24 hours of matches, with recovery work scheduled two days after the final whistle. He has reduced the length of training sessions but increased intensity, and altered the squad's arrival times for both home and away games.
These modifications have proved effective, with United gaining momentum and appearing well-placed for a Champions League spot. Next up is a fixture against Tottenham on Saturday. Despite Spurs' poor run, Carrick anticipates a 'big challenge' from Thomas Frank's side, noting their dangerous attackers and recent returns from injury.
