Now that the dust has settled, let’s be honest about Carrick’s football.
Yes, the results look good. But outside of that Mancity and Arsenal performance, where is the clear identity?
I haven’t seen anything structurally better than what Amorim was building. It’s mostly counter-attacks, moments, and individual quality.
And if we’re being honest, that’s the exact formula that fooled us before.
That works in short bursts. It doesn’t win leagues and the Champions League unless we are just comfortable qualifying for the Champions League every season.
United can’t make the same mistake again - giving a permanent job off a good run without asking bigger questions.
We need a coach for the next five years, not just the next five months.
If we’re serious about competing in the Premier League and Champions League, vibes won’t be enough.