Michael Carrick will be managing the current squad at Manchester United without any new signings, according to sources cited by ESPN. The club has no plans to make acquisitions during the transfer window.
Carrick, 44, was appointed as head coach at Old Trafford until the season’s end on Tuesday, securing the position over candidates Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ruud van Nistelrooy as a temporary solution following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, with a permanent successor expected by summer.
Despite United’s struggle, having won just once in their last seven matches across all competitions, Carrick will need to maximize the potential of the players currently available to him.
Although the club acknowledges the necessity to enhance their midfield options, none of their primary targets are accessible this month. United is interested in Crystal Palace‘s Adam Wharton, Nottingham Forest‘s Elliot Anderson, and Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, but the team will not pursue short-term solutions.
– Carrick’s record at Man United: unbeaten streak, versatility, and victories against Arteta
– Selection process for Michael Carrick as head coach
– Current Premier League standings
With several players recovering from injuries, forwards Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo expected to return for the match against Manchester City this weekend, the squad is nearing full fitness. The club’s management is confident that Carrick has sufficient depth to navigate the remaining 17 Premier League matches this season.
Additionally, it is reported that there will likely be no player departures, with Joshua Zirkzee, Manuel Ugarte, and Kobbie Mainoo expected to remain with the team this month.