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Who is Michael Carrick?

Michael Carrick is a former Manchester United player who has now taken on the manager role. His appointment follows a successful playing career where he won numerous trophies with the club. This story highlights his very early days in charge, comparing his initial pre-season results to those of recent predecessors like Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Erik ten Hag, showing the immediate scrutiny new managers face.