The Michael Carrick question sparked by Man United’s dismal Premier League start

Michael Carrick's Middlesbrough suffered a disappointing opening-day defeat against Hull City in the Premier League, raising questions about his long-term effectiveness as a manager. While Carrick was credited with bringing stability to the club last season following the turbulent tenure of Ruben Amorim, the loss has prompted debate over whether he can inspire a sustained improvement. The result has put early pressure on Carrick to prove he can be a galvanising force going forward.