Michael Carrick causes another change at Man United as Ruben Amorim criticism emerges

Michael Carrick has installed experienced coaches including Steve Holland and Jonathan Woodgate at Manchester United as the interim boss makes key changes following Ruben Amorim’s departure

Michael Carrick’s choice to appoint seasoned coaches is said to be delivering results as the interim Manchester United head coach benefits from Ruben Amorim’s misjudgements.

Reports suggest that bringing in Steve Holland, previously an assistant to Sir Gareth Southgate, alongside Jonathan Woodgate, Travis Binnion and Craig Mawson, has contributed to correcting the errors of the Portuguese manager’s time in charge.

The Red Devils have secured victory in five of their past six fixtures, with Carrick positioning United favourably for Champions League qualification. Since the former United midfielder assumed control during his second stint at the club, he has implemented several crucial modifications at Carrington and Old Trafford which have rejuvenated the squad, as demonstrated by improved performances.

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Among the initial alterations was Carrick’s abandonment of Amorim’s contentious and widely-discussed 3-4-2-1 system in favour of a 4-2-3-1, whilst reintroducing Kobbie Mainoo to the starting lineup.

The Telegraph has documented numerous adjustments introduced by Carrick that have resonated positively with club insiders. Sources indicate that the former Middlesbrough manager’s manner has brought a calming and reassuring atmosphere to the United facilities.

A further development involved replacing younger staff members with Holland, Woodgate, Evans, Binnion and Evans. It was reported that Amorim’s backroom team had been required to wait before voicing opinions and seldom questioned or opposed the Portuguese manager.

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In addition to this, it has been reported that training sessions have become shorter, with one concluding swiftly prior to the victory over Arsenal as Carrick sought to preserve quality for the journey to the Emirates Stadium.

Carrick previously said: “There’s Travis as well – Travis Binnion, who’s been here for a number of years now through the academy. And Craig Mawson – the goalkeeping coach.

“There’s a really strong group and it feels like we’ve been together a long time, but we didn’t all know each other. I didn’t really know Steve personally an awful lot. I thought it would come together nicely and was balanced and there’s a reason why I wanted to bring Steve in.

“Jonathan… I had him at Middlesbrough – loyal, gets me, knows me, pushes me, challenges me… really good relationship. Jonny knew the club. He’s been here so long and has a really good relationship with the players as well… loves coaching, loves helping, cares a lot. And then with Travis… the club needs the academy. It’s a massive part of this football club.

“I think there’s a really good balance with the responsibility of the academy, young players and then Jonathan and Jonny – being two of the best centre-backs you could come across in the last 20-25 years – to pass their information on.

“Steve – with his experience in so many ways… Chelsea, with change of managers and different styles of managers and top, top players, and England. All the staff are able to cope being around the environment and I think that’s so important. I can’t be right the whole time – it’s impossible.

“That’s why we’ve got a group of six in our office. We’ve all got strong opinions, but we all filter it and it’s important we have a connection and understanding of what direction we want to go in. We have to push each other.”

United secured vital victories over Manchester City and Arsenal during the initial stages of Carrick’s tenure, with the club striving to regain their Champions League status.

He stated: ” I have to say, I really enjoyed it – seeing it from a different perspective, watching football in a different way. I enjoyed it, but this one was too good to turn down, unfortunately.

“City was a huge game – playing at home, and the atmosphere I have to say was pretty special on the day. Even building up to the game, you could feel it in and around the stadium before kick-off.

“It’s impossible to describe how much that helps, but to feel that between everyone – it’s a real special feeling for me to be in the position to be able to share that with so many people.

“That’s probably the most satisfying thing so far – getting that connection and feeling that emotion from everyone in such a positive way.”

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