Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Michael Carrick
Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Michael Carrick's future at Manchester United - Source: Getty
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe snubbed a question about Michael Carrick's future at the club. While he praised him for an "excellent job", he refused to answer if he would become their permanent manager.
The Red Devils sacked Ruben Amorim in January. After Darren Fletcher took charge of one game as a caretaker manager, they appointed Michael Carrick as an interim manager. He has taken charge of eight games, winning six, drawing one, and losing one.
Ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, Sir Jim Ratcliffe spoke to Sky Sports about Carrick and said:
When asked if the Englishman could become their permanent manager, Ratcliffe said:
"Not going there!"
He also spoke about potential qualification for the UEFA Champions League, adding:
"Yes, clearly we are thinking about that. But there are still seven or eight games to go so still a while to go."
Manchester United are third in the Premier League standings after 29 games, level on points with fourth-placed Aston Villa. Chelsea (5th) and Liverpool (6th) are just three points behind them.
Manchester United legend picks legendary manager over Michael Carrick for Old Trafford job
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes believes Michael Carrick doesn't have enough experience to become the club's permanent manager in the summer. He questioned whether he could win major trophies like the Premier League.
Scholes picked Carlo Ancelotti to become United's head coach, saying:
"The perfect one out there - I say perfect - Ancelotti is still out there. I know he is coach of Brazil... he is the perfect one for Manchester United where you think he will make players feel a million dollars. And he has the experience of winning stuff. But the question is, is he too old now? That's the only thing. Is there anyone else of that ilk, with more experience? They need presence as a leader."
"The question is, has Michael got the experience? 'I know it's a big question, I know he has managed in the Championship, but this is different. Can we see Michael winning the Premier League? I don't know yet, and I think the biggest thing is, what type of manager will they look for? A tactician or a man manager who looks after people?" he added.
Scholes likened Carrick to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who finished second as Manchester United head coach but didn't win a trophy. Ancelotti, meanwhile, is currently the head coach of the Brazil national team.