Michael Carrick

Manager seeks to defuse tensions, with United struggling for results ahead of Leeds trip

After a scratchy start in the league, injuries and an underwhelming Rashford, Spurs’ visit to Old Trafford is already crucial for the hosts

Michael Carrick’s side are 13th after four games but, City mitigation aside, several areas need attention

United manager adamant Enzo Fernández interfered with play in the build-up to controversial winning goal

Unflappable midfielder takes centre stage after World Cup heartache as Red Devils prepare for derby showdown

United’s inability to defend set-pieces allowed Hull centre backs Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy to strike in first half

Arsenal’s squad is most likely to endure in a league that prizes the strength of Declan Rice over the subtlety of Rodri

United continue to operate under financial constraints, leaving the forward’s situation unpredictable

26-year-old Brazilian seen as a long-term replacement for Casemiro

Enzo Maresca has agreed in principle a three-year deal to succeed Guardiola

Casemiro gets emotional send off on final appearance for Manchester United at Old Trafford

Former player has overseen a marked improvement in mood and results, with United clinching Champions League qualification

Carrick’s lack of overt branding and refusal to indulge in grand theory is perhaps his greatest asset

Senior officials at Old Trafford have been impressed with Carrick’s impact since he replaced Ruben Amorim

Kobbie Mainoo caps comeback win amid mounting pressure on Arne Slot

Club hierarchy to wait until end of season to make decision

Two Noah Okafor strikes help Leeds to first win at Old Trafford since 1981

‘I think we’ve just got to try and keep winning games and see’ says interim manager

United’s squad comprises players of diverse backgrounds

Michael Carrick keeps perfect Manchester United record intact; Cole Palmer hat-trick keeps Chelsea on front foot; Brentford win it late on in Newcastle

Young Dane scored in the victories over Manchester City and Arsenal

Mikel Arteta’s refusal to take risks is adding angst to their Premier League title challenge

Michael Carrick could be the man for the job if his team consistently perform like they did in derby victory

Interim manager covered himself in glory last time he held the role, only to be replaced by Ralf Rangnick

Irishman fell out with Lisa Carrick after 2014 criticism

Bernardo Silva and Rodri are the kind of midfielders the new interim manager would love to have

Former captain to take charge to the end of season

He’ll hold discussions with United personnel and begin acquainting himself with the club

Lack of game time, goals and assists suggest once prolific talisman may be in line to move

If the club are to close the gap on the likes of City, they need the right captain

Sascha Lense first United mental coach since Bill Beswick left the club

Rangnick’s first game in charge of United is Sunday’s visit of Crystal Palace

‘I have decided that now is the right time for me to leave the club’

Ronaldo’s two goals paper over the cracks of another erratic performance from United

German will attend Arsenal game and take charge for Crystal Palace visit on Sunday

Manchester United caretaker manager calls star’s reaction to being dropped ‘perfection’

Michael Carrick to continue in charge with German’s work visa still to be finalised

36-year-old is club’s top scorer but is unlikely to fit German’s ‘heavy metal’ philosophy

Caretaker coach spurns suggestion that incoming boss had a hand in team selection

Legendary midfielder’s pessimism finally eased by debut win for interim boss Carrick