Carrick can stabilise Man United but won’t win EPL — Carragher

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has expressed his belief that Manchester United manager Michael Carrick will not secure the Premier League or Champions League titles with the club. Carrick has led United since initially taking the role on an interim basis, guiding the team to third place last season and securing Champions League qualification. However, Carragher doubts Carrick's ability to deliver the biggest trophies.

Carragher acknowledged that United needed stability for another 12 months, and Carrick provides that for the club. He believes Carrick can help United establish themselves as a Champions League contender, but he questioned if the manager possesses the 'stardust' required to win the biggest trophies. Carragher stated, "I don't believe Michael Carrick will win the league or the Champions League with Manchester United, but he's done a really good job."

Carrick has strengthened his midfield this summer, signing Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Carragher questioned United's decision not to sign former West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who joined Tottenham for £85 million. Carragher expressed surprise at United's reluctance to pursue Fernandes, despite the fee being perceived as expensive. He stated, "I was a little bit worried when I saw United linked with Fernandes because I thought that could be a good signing."

United has only lost one pre-season match, against AC Milan. Marcus Rashford's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain, but Carrick indicated that the forward is part of his plans. Carrick also mentioned that Harry Maguire supports Rashford staying at the club, as Rashford's presence would bring a significant threat to the team.