Michael Carrick convinces Man Utd icons as owners receive brutal Chelsea accusation

Michael Carrick convinces Man Utd icons as owners receive brutal Chelsea accusationMichael Carrick has impressed Manchester United's former players since taking charge as interim manager with the Red Devils in the battle for a top three finishCommentsSportIsaac Seelochan Senior Sports Journalist19:07, 20 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesMichael Carrick has received the seal of approval from Patrice Evra (Image: Rio Ferdinand Presents)Manchester United legends Ryan Giggs and Patrice Evra have thrown their weight behind Michael Carrick for the permanent manager's position at Old Trafford. Evra has also slammed United's ownership for transforming the club into Chelsea with their constant managerial changes since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013.‌The Red Devils are yet to announce who will take charge next season, with numerous high-profile bosses linked following Ruben Amorim's dismissal in January. Luis Enrique, Carlo Ancelotti, and Thomas Tuchel have been among those touted for the vacancy at the club.‌Interim boss and former United midfielder Carrick has emerged as a strong candidate following his outstanding work in temporary charge thus far. The 44-year-old has positioned United to within a maximum of six further points from securing Champions League qualification. Carrick's team currently occupy third place with only five matches remaining.‌Two of his ex-teammates have told Rio Ferdinand on the Rio Presents podcast that the former Middlesbrough manager deserves the role permanently. Giggs, who registered a club record 963 outings for United, has outlined why Carrick's contribution shouldn't be underestimated.The 52-year-old also highlighted how his choices for the coaching staff have proved invaluable. He said: "The hardest thing to do as a manager is win games.READ MORE: Marcus Rashford Barcelona transfer could be impacted by 'second meeting'READ MORE: Patrice Evra claims ex-rival 'shouldn't be on TV aga...