Michael Carrick says he remains committed to balancing immediate success with long-term development at Manchester United, despite the constant managerial turnover in the Premier League.
The recent departure of Liam Rosenior from Chelsea marked the 10th managerial change in the league this season, underlining the intense pressure faced by coaches.
Carrick, who took charge at United in January following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, acknowledged the importance of short-term results but stressed the need to build a sustainable future.
“There are two sides to it,” Carrick told reporters. “The next game always matters, and results are important, but there’s also a responsibility to think about the bigger picture and what the future looks like.”
The 44-year-old emphasized his positive mindset, focusing on opportunities rather than potential setbacks. “I don’t think about what could go wrong. It’s about what can be achieved and what success looks like,” he added.
Since taking over, Carrick has overseen an impressive run of form, with United winning eight and drawing two of their last 12 matches. The club currently sits third in the league standings and is on course to secure a return to European competition.
A further six points from their remaining five matches would confirm qualification for the UEFA Champions League, marking their first appearance in the competition in two years.
United will look to continue their strong form when they face Brentford on Monday.
