Michael Carrick could reverse three bans that predecessor Ruben Amorim implemented at Manchester United before his sacking. Carrick took over as interim boss from Darren Fletcher last week, stepping in until the end of the season after Amorim was dismissed 14 months into his tenure.
Amorim had banned players from using international breaks as holidays, with Marcus Rashford and Casemiro criticised for flying across the Atlantic during a few days off. He also banned food in the dressing room on matchdays and prohibited coaches from giving complicated instructions, insisting ideas must be explainable in a single sentence.
It is unknown whether Carrick has scrapped these bans, but he quickly introduced a new rule: shorter but more intense training sessions at Carrington. The response from players has been positive, with a different energy on the pitch. Carrick's new coaching team includes Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate and Jonny Evans.
In his first game in charge, Carrick led United to a dominant 2-0 win over Manchester City, with the performance reminiscent of Sir Alex Ferguson's era. The team defended with intensity and used wing-play effectively after just three days of training under the new boss.
United now face a tougher test with a trip to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday to play league leaders Arsenal. The players appear to have taken Carrick's instructions on board, suggesting a new positive dynamic forming within the squad.
