Liverpool legend doubts United manager Carrick's ability to win major trophies

Liverpool great Jamie Carragher has cast doubt on Michael Carrick's ability to deliver major trophies for Manchester United. Carragher, a former player and now a prominent Sky Sports pundit, believes Carrick has done a solid job since taking over the club.

Carrick assumed control of Manchester United in January, following the departure of Ruben Amorim. Under his guidance, the team showed significant improvement, securing third place in the Premier League and qualifying for the Champions League. This success led to Carrick being awarded a two-year contract as the club's manager.

Despite acknowledging Carrick's positive impact, Carragher questions his capacity to win the biggest titles. "I'm not saying it's going to go wrong. United need another year like the last six months, without the circus and the club constantly being in the news. Carrick gives them that calm," Carragher stated on The Overlap Fan Debate podcast.

Manchester United has not won the Premier League title since Sir Alex Ferguson's departure in 2013. Carragher does not foresee Carrick changing this statistic. "Personally, I don't think Michael Carrick has what it takes as a football manager to win the Champions League or the Premier League," he said.

However, Carragher sees a potential role for Carrick in the team's long-term development. He suggests Carrick could be instrumental in positioning the club for its next manager. "He can have a good season and put United in a position where the club can bring in a manager who has won the Champions League," Carragher added.