Key Highlights
- Michael Carrick introduces new rule at Manchester United immediately after Ruben Amorim’s ‘bans’
- Carrick’s first match in charge sees United beat Manchester City 2-0
- New training sessions are shorter but more intense under Carrick’s guidance
- Amorim previously banned players from treating international breaks as holidays and prohibited food in the changing room on match days
Michael Carrick Takes Over at Manchester United
Manchester United has seen a significant change under new interim manager Michael Carrick, who took over from Darren Fletcher just last week. The club’s legendary player is making an immediate impact with a new rule implemented in training sessions.
New Training Regime Under Carrick
Carrick has introduced shorter but more intense training sessions at Carrington to boost the team’s results this season, according to reports from the Daily Mail. The players have responded positively to these changes, with an enthusiastic reaction noted during their first session under his guidance.
Amorim’s Legacy: Bans and Departure
Ruben Amorim was sacked after 14 months as head coach due to his inability to implement his tactical approach effectively and reported clashes with the club’s director of football, Jason Wilcox. During his tenure, Amorim banned three things that players were prohibited from doing:
Player Bans
Amorim restricted players from treating international breaks as holiday opportunities, a rule particularly enforced on stars like Marcus Rashford and Casemiro. He also forbade food in the changing room on match days to enhance fitness levels. His third regulation involved his backroom team, preventing them from giving overly complex instructions to the players.
Amorim’s Words
Ruben Amorim: “Would I set a different structure? Yes, for sure. But we cannot put this on the players.
They told them they have five days off so they can fly anywhere. Because nobody in the club says you cannot fly. So we cannot, this time, put that on Rash or Case. We as a club have to set the standards and manage that.”
Manchester United’s Performance Under Carrick
The Red Devils’ performance under Carrick has been promising, with their 2-0 win over Manchester City in his first game as interim manager a testament to this change. The team’s defense was robust, and their use of wing-play was particularly effective.
Training sessions have seen greater emphasis on individual work, with players impressed by the level of detail being demonstrated under Carrick’s guidance. While it remains unclear whether Amorim’s bans will be abandoned or maintained, one thing is certain: the mood at the training ground has shifted significantly since Carrick took over.
The upcoming match against Arsenal in Emirates Stadium promises to be a challenging task for the squad as they continue to adapt to their new manager’s strategies and expectations.
