Paul Scholes has raised concerns over Michael Carrick's position at Manchester United, suggesting that the club could be weighing up a move for Brighton's Fabian Huerzeler.
This season has been turbulent for United, whose record stands at just two wins from their opening nine matches in all competitions. They’ve already faced elimination from the League Cup and are virtually out of the title race.
A damaging defeat to Atletico in the Champions League has only intensified the scrutiny on Carrick.
Now, the upcoming clash with Leeds takes on monumental significance, with any further slip-ups likely to ramp up the pressure on the United manager.
In light of recent performances, the media has circulated the idea of Huerzeler as a viable candidate, and Scholes is intrigued by the prospect.
He commented:
He has done an excellent job. He comes across as a very serious manager.
But Manchester United is a different beast altogether. Here, you're always under the spotlight.
If Brighton don’t win ten matches in a row, it wouldn't provoke the same reaction.
Scholes highlighted Huerzeler's experience in the Premier League as a key advantage over Carrick.
Huerzeler has a significant edge – he has already shown his mettle over a period in the Premier League.
Michael did well at Middlesbrough, but I think there were expectations given the resources at his disposal.
The former United player also questioned how long Carrick could endure the current circumstances.
I know Michael, he’s a good bloke.
Sometimes you look at him and wonder if part of him is thinking: ‘Get me out of here, I’ll take my compensation and go’.
However, Scholes has no insider information that indicates the hierarchy has made a decision about Carrick's future.
Furthermore, recent comments from Lisandro Martinez, who criticised the club's transfer strategy and called for a united front, have heightened tensions within the squad.
Everything now hinges on the result at Elland Road.
Should Manchester United suffer another defeat, discussions surrounding a potential managerial change will likely grow louder.
