The prospect of Michael Carrick taking the Manchester United helm has brought a fiery piece of club history back into the spotlight: a social media outburst from his wife, Lisa, directed at United legend Roy Keane.
The Social Media Storm
This controversy dates back to 2014, following a Champions League defeat to Olympiacos overseen by then-coach Carrick. In the aftermath, former captain Roy Keane delivered a characteristically blunt critique of Carrick's post-match interview, calling it "flat" and lacking urgency, mirroring the team's performance.
Lisa Carrick's response was swift and unfiltered. Taking to X, she posted: "Roy Keane what a **** says anything to provoke a reaction... That's all... Done...". She later deleted the tweet, replacing it with a more measured apology, stating her "emotions got the better" of her and that she was just disappointed.
Carrick's Path to the Interim Role
Despite this past friction, Michael Carrick has now emerged as the leading contender to become Manchester United's interim head coach for the remainder of the season. This follows the sacking of Ruben Amorim last week.
The former United midfielder and coach impressed chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox during face-to-face talks held last Thursday. The club is reportedly eager to make an appointment swiftly, potentially within hours, to give the new boss time to prepare for the crucial Manchester derby at Old Trafford this Saturday.
Other candidates considered included former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and current caretaker Darren Fletcher, who will remain in charge for the upcoming fixtures against Burnley and Brighton.
Keane's View on United's Future
Interestingly, Roy Keane himself has recently weighed in on who should take the United job on a permanent basis in the summer. Speaking on Sky Sports, the Irishman backed Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, praising his calmness and track record.
When asked if he could ever see himself managing United, Keane was definitive: "No, not at this current time." He emphasised the importance of happiness in the role and his current satisfaction, seemingly ruling out a sensational return to the Old Trafford dugout for now.
As Carrick prepares for a potential emotional return to Manchester United, this resurfaced episode serves as a reminder of the intense scrutiny and passion that forever surrounds the club.
