Manchester United’s plan for sacking their last manager is not available this time

Steven Railston argues that Manchester United cannot rely on their previous caretaker solution if they decide to sack manager Michael Carrick. When Ruben Amorim was dismissed in January, Darren Fletcher stepped in as caretaker alongside Jonny Evans and Travis Binnion. However, because Evans and Binnion are now part of Carrick's permanent backroom staff, repeating that interim arrangement would not offer a clean break.

The writer notes that United lack an easy interim solution and would likely require an immediate permanent successor ready to start right away. With Michael Carrick currently given time following a heavy loss to Bournemouth, Railston argues that the club's complicated succession options and staffing situation have narrowed the candidate pool and prolonged Carrick's tenure.