Is Carrick not yet perfect? Manchester United considers a 'title-proven' move?

Despite generating a positive effect at Old Trafford, Carrick remains questioned regarding his elite composure, amid suggestions to entrust the club to a manager seasoned with championships.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes recently drew attention by publicly expressing his views on the long-term head coach position of his former club. While Michael Carrick is enjoying a successful run, Scholes believes the leadership should look toward a more experienced and higher-caliber name for the long-term journey.

According to Metro, while speaking on a British football podcast, Scholes did not hesitate to name Carlo Ancelotti as the ideal candidate. He emphasized: “The most suitable, even perfect, person is Ancelotti. He is still available out there.” According to the former English midfielder, the Italian strategist’s championship-winning class and experience are what Manchester United currently lack in their rebuilding phase.

Scholes further analyzed the impact Ancelotti could bring to the Old Trafford dressing room. “He is the perfect choice for Manchester United, where you’d think he would make the players feel their value multiplied. And he has the experience of winning titles.” He is the type of manager capable of managing people and building immediate trust.

Nevertheless, Scholes also acknowledged that Ancelotti’s age could be a factor to consider, especially as he currently leads the Brazilian national team toward the upcoming World Cup campaign. However, for Scholes, top-level experience and big-game mentality remain the highest priority for a club like Manchester United.

On the other hand, Carrick has had an impressive start with six wins and one draw in seven Premier League rounds. Yet, Scholes still raises a big question: “The question is, does Carrick have enough experience? Can we envision Carrick winning the Premier League? I still don’t know.” The doubt lies in top-level experience.

In reality, Carrick previously worked in the Championship with Middlesbrough before returning to Old Trafford. According to Scholes, that environment hardly compares to the immense pressure and expectations at Manchester United. With the team currently third in the standings, the board’s dilemma is not just short-term form, but choosing between a seasoned strategist or a promising young face for the future.