Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has suggested that Michael Carrick could be offered a permanent managerial role if his interim success continues. Carrick has led United to victories over Manchester City and Arsenal in his first two matches, lifting the team to fourth in the Premier League.
However, club legend Gary Neville has expressed doubts about Carrick's credentials for the long-term job. Speaking on the Stick to Football Podcast, Neville said Carrick got the role due to being 'in the right place at the right time' rather than his managerial record at Middlesbrough.
Keane noted the common pattern of caretaker managers initially thriving but failing to sustain success. 'How many times have we seen managers going in, doing a job for a good month or two, then they get the job and they're gone a few months later?' he questioned.
In a lighter moment, Neville jokingly suggested Carrick might end up at Arsenal if they fail to win the league. Former Lioness Jill Scott advised United fans to enjoy the current winning run without getting ahead of themselves.
United face Fulham at Old Trafford on Sunday, followed by a home match against Tottenham the following week.
