MANCHESTER: Michael Carrick has dismissed suggestions that Manchester United have become an unmanageable club, expressing full confidence in his players despite their alarming run of results.
Pressure continues to mount on the United boss following Wednesday’s humiliating 4-1 defeat to Como, a result that extended the club’s winless streak to seven matches in all competitions. The loss also left United with just two victories from their opening 11 games of the season.
However, Carrick remains convinced that the squad has the character and quality to turn things around. Speaking ahead of Sunday’s crucial Premier League clash against Bournemouth at Old Trafford, he insisted the players still have his complete trust.
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“I definitely trust them, 100 per cent,” Carrick said. “It wasn’t a very good night for many reasons, but I know the players will respond.”
The former midfielder, who guided United to a third-place finish after taking charge earlier this year, acknowledged the disappointment of recent performances but rejected claims that the club is spiralling out of control.
Carrick believes the team can use the setback as motivation and expects a stronger display against Bournemouth. With pressure increasing from supporters and pundits alike, Sunday’s match could prove pivotal in United’s bid to halt their slide and restore confidence.
