New Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick has been praised for his work between his departure from Middlesbrough and his return to Old Trafford
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Michael Carrick is preparing his side for the Manchester derby(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images)
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Gabby Logan has lavished praise on Michael Carrick's communication skills after working with him on Match of the Day. Carrick has stepped in as Manchester United's interim boss for the rest of the season following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim.
The ex-United and England midfielder edged out Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the role and is set to face his first test in a Manchester derby in Saturday's early kick-off. Since departing Middlesbrough last summer, Carrick has dabbled in media work, including a stint on Match of the Day, where Logan shares hosting duties with Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates.
On The Sports Agents podcast, Logan expressed her admiration for Carrick's game insight and his knack for conveying his observations succinctly. This skill could prove invaluable as he seeks to make an immediate impact on the underperforming United squad.
First, Chapman, a United supporter, quipped: "How bad company must we be for him to say, 'I'll go and try my hand with this shower."
Logan added: "We've both worked with Michael Carrick this season and he's gone off to manage one of the biggest basketcases in the world!"
On a serious note, Logan added: "In all seriousness, we were both really impressed with him, how brilliantly he was able to read the game and then incisively put it into a minute or two of analysis, which is a real skill. He just read the game brilliantly and beautifully. It feels like he's a master tactician."
Chapman suggested that Carrick will need to step up as a motivator, as United aim to salvage their season by securing a spot in the Champions League. He said: "He will also need to be a phenomenal motivator because of the state they're in because they've got no other football now, bar league games.
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Gabby Logan was impressed with Carrick on Match of the Day(Image: The Sports Agents)
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"The last time they were in this situation, it was with Ralf Rangnick, and the whole thing spiraled out of control very quickly. It was quite acrimonious and miserable, so he's got a lot of work to do on that front."
Carrick hopes his efforts will secure him the job permanently in the summer. However, Oliver Glasner could pose a challenge, having announced he will leave Crystal Palace when his contract expires in June.
Speaking ahead of the derby, Carrick said: "I know what it takes to succeed here. My focus is now on helping the players to reach the standards that we expect at this incredible club, which we know that this group is more than capable of producing.
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Carrick has undertaken punitry work since leaving Middlesbrough(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images)
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"I have worked with a number of the players already and have obviously continued to watch the team closely in recent years. I have total belief in their talents, dedication and ability to be successful here.
"There is still a lot to fight for this season, we are ready to pull everyone together and give the fans the performances that their loyal support deserves."
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