Rio Ferdinand has offered a thoughtful assessment of Michael Carrick's interim appointment as Manchester United manager , urging patience while stressing the need for higher standards across the squad.
Carrick was named caretaker boss on January 13, 2026, following the departure of Ruben Amorim after a turbulent run of results, a decision confirmed by the club and reported by SoftFootball .
The former United midfielder now steps into a role that comes with immediate pressure, scrutiny, and expectation at Old Trafford. Speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Ferdinand made it clear in a video shared on the official X account that questioning a manager is simply part of the job, regardless of reputation.
