The tactical transformation overseen by the former Middlesbrough manager has altered expectations around Old Trafford, evoking memories of legendary managerial transitions. Drawing parallels with iconic football breakthroughs, Sheringham believes Carrick understands the club’s core values.
Sheringham added: “I look at Michael Carrick’s journey to becoming Manchester United manager and it reminds me of how Pep Guardiola got his big break at Barcelona. I look at Michael Carrick in the Manchester United job and I think about Pep Guardiola at Barcelona. He came out of nowhere, didn’t he? And he did very well for Barcelona.
“Who’s to say Carrick can’t do the same? He’s had that experience at Middlesbrough. Give him the job. He’s done brilliantly so far. How could he not have been given the chance to go on and take things further with Manchester United?
“He knows what Manchester United should stand for and what they’ve got to do to get back to that level.”
