Michael Carrick expects to stay at Manchester United despite a worrying winless run

Michael Carrick believes he will continue as Manchester United manager despite another devastating result as their 2-0 defeat at Chelsea extended their winless streak to nine games. The result deepened the uncertainty surrounding his position, with United now facing the possibility of slipping into the Premier League’s relegation zone.

United started brightly at Stamford Bridge but lost control after the break, with the dismissal of Lisandro Martinez made an already difficult afternoon worse. Speaking after the game, Carrick indicated he expected to remain in the dugout for the upcoming Champions League meeting with Roma and insisted his focus had already shifted to the squad’s preparation.

Asked by TNT Sports if he expected to be in charge of Tuesday’s game, Carrick was blunt. “Yeah,” he said.

The United boss was also asked about the speculation surrounding his future during the post-match press conference. Rather than deal with questions about his job security, he made it clear he wanted to focus on the team’s next task. “I’m just looking forward to getting the boys ready for midweek,” he said.

The defeat extended a worrying sequence for United, who have gone nine games without a win in all competitions. They have not endured such a poor run since September 1984. Another problem is their away form as they have failed to win any of their first seven away games this season, a record not seen since the 1973-74 campaign when they were relegated.

CARRICK PRAISES UNITED FANS

Despite another disappointment, Carrick received vocal support from the traveling supporters at Stamford Bridge. His chants could be heard as he walked towards the away end after the final whistle, even as sections of the crowd expressed their frustration with the team’s performance.

The United manager acknowledged the fans had every reason to be unhappy but was grateful for the way they continued to stand by.

“There are a lot of emotions. We are a great football club but we want to win football matches. The fans make a lot of effort and pay a lot of money to see us play,” he told TNT Sports.

Carrick also insisted that the players must repay that loyalty with their performances and results, acknowledging that the fans have been tested during the club’s difficult period.

He refused to put the blame for Chelsea’s defeat on Martinez, who was sent off in the second half after conceding a penalty. Asked if the defender let him down, Carrick simply said: “No.”

UNITED NEEDS AN ANSWER IN THE NEXT WEEKS

United’s immediate focus is on Tuesday’s Champions League game against Roma at Old Trafford, followed by a Premier League home game against Aston Villa on November 8. The next big test will be a trip to Liverpool on November 22.

With nine games without a win, United cannot afford another prolonged slump. The prospect of finishing the weekend in the relegation zone only adds to the urgency, while the upcoming run of games could prove decisive for Carrick’s future at Old Trafford.

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