Michael Carrick ‘unsurprised’ by Man United decision over future as manager
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick remains in his position despite a winless streak and recent heavy defeats. The club's leadership has opted to retain him for the upcoming match against Chelsea.
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Michael Carrick has insisted he is not surprised to still be Manchester United manager and said he does not need any assurances from the Old Trafford hierarchy.
Carrick's job has come under threat after a run of eight games without a win, culminating in heavy defeats to Como and Bournemouth.
But while the United powerbrokers held talks this week, they decided to keep the 45-year-old in his post for Saturday's trip to Chelsea as they opted to give him the chance to turn their fortunes around.
Michael Carrick is not surprised he remains in a job (PA)
Carrick had denied he was waving farewell to United when he went off the pitch at Old Trafford on Sunday and claimed he did not expect to be fired.
"No, I am here to do my job and do my job for the team," he said. "So, I'm not surprised, no.
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