Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has expressed confidence in Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager, despite the club's worst run since 1988. United fell to a 2-0 defeat at Chelsea on Saturday, with Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer scoring after Lisandro Martinez's red card. The loss leaves United 17th in the Premier League with no wins in their last nine matches.
Solskjaer told Norwegian outlet TV2 that Carrick has the qualities to lead the club forward. "Michael has what it takes," Solskjaer said. "He understands the club, understands the fans, and knows what's required." Solskjaer also revealed he recommended Carrick to United's hierarchy when they were considering their options following Ruben Amorim's sacking in January.
Solskjaer confirmed he offered to step in himself during talks with the club in January but made no demands. "I offered to step in if needed," he said, adding he did not intend any return to last beyond the summer and believed "it was probably time for someone else to have a go."
