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\u2018The majority\u2019 of Manchester United\u2019s squad would like to see Michael Carrick as permanent manager (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Manchester United\u2019s senior players have been won over by Michael Carrick and \u2018the majority\u2019 of the squad would reportedly be keen for the interim head coach to be offered a long-term contract.<\/p>\n

The Red Devils found themselves in a state of disarray when\u00a0Carrick took over the reins on a temporary basis\u00a0last month, with\u00a0Ruben Amorim picking up just three wins from his final 11 matches at the helm.<\/p>\n

Darren Fletcher\u00a0struggled to steady the ship while in charge as caretaker manager, overseeing a 2-2 draw away to lowly\u00a0Burnley\u00a0before suffering\u00a0defeat to Brighton in the third round of the FA Cup.<\/p>\n

But since picking up the pieces from Fletcher, Carrick has led the side to five wins from a possible six in the English top flight and, in the process, brought a sense of optimism back to the fanbase which has been so badly lacking in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era.<\/p>\n

The 44-year-old \u2013 who won five Premier League titles during his playing days at Old Trafford \u2013 will hope to continue his unbeaten run when his side return to action at home to\u00a0Crystal Palace\u00a0this afternoon.<\/p>\n

A host of high-profile managers were linked with the United job in the wake of Amorim\u2019s dismissal, including the likes of Thomas Tuchel, Roberto De Zerbi, Carlo Ancelotti, Gareth Southgate, Mauricio Pochettino and Oliver Glasner.<\/p>\n

But Tuchel, who at one stage was viewed as the outstanding candidate, went on to effectively rule himself out of the running by extending his deal with England until Euro 2028.<\/p>\n

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Carrick has won five of his first six matches since replacing Amorim in the hot seat (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Fernandes has reportedly been impressed by Carrick\u2019s tactical approach (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

According to The Sun, though, Carrick\u2019s impressive start has been such that senior members of the dressing room now want the ex-United, Tottenham and England midfielder to be appointed on a full-time basis.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s claimed the likes of Bruno Fernandes,\u00a0Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw have all been blown away by Carrick\u2019s tactical approach\u00a0and his \u2018knowledge of the world game\u2019.<\/p>\n

Carrick\u2019s current contract at the Theatre of Dreams runs through to the end of the 2025\/26 campaign and the club are yet to provide any assurances over his future beyond the summer.<\/p>\n

United\u2019s decision could ultimately come down to whether or not Carrick succeeds in steering the club to Champions League qualification, with the side currently positioned strongly in fourth.<\/p>\n

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\u2018Michael has come in and done great because he has been a breath of fresh air,\u2019 an Old Trafford source is reported to have told The Sun.<\/p>\n

\u2018Some of the players expected that, because playing for Amorim was like playing chess.<\/p>\n

\u2018You had to follow his rules to the tee, whereas Michael has told them to express themselves.<\/p>\n

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Carrick\u2019s men return to action at home to Palace this afternoon (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u2018What they are really impressed with is his knowledge of the game.\u2019<\/p>\n

The source added: \u2018He knows about players in other leagues and clearly spends an awful lot of time thinking about football and following it.<\/p>\n

\u2018The players know it\u2019s not their decision, but the majority would be happy if he got the job permanently.\u2019<\/p>\n

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The Red Devils sit fourth in the Premier League table (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Former United players and club legends have been split when it comes to the manager\u2019s position, with both Gary Neville and Roy Keane voicing their doubts above Carrick\u2019s long-term credentials.<\/p>\n

However, Juan Mata, who shared a dressing room with Carrick for five seasons, believes his former team-mate has proven he is \u2018capable\u2019 in his audition for the permanent job.<\/p>\n

On suggestions that Carrick should be given a full-time deal, the ex-United and Spain midfielder told talkSPORT: \u2018Well, Michael is very capable.<\/p>\n

\u2018He\u2019s a very intelligent guy. First of all, as a person, I love him.<\/p>\n

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Carrick is setting a great \u2018example\u2019 for United\u2019s squad, says Mata (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u2018He was a fantastic team-mate, always there for you, he never wanted to take the spotlight but he let his football talk.<\/p>\n

\u2018He was very important for the team always, looking for these passes, especially for players like me in between the lines.\u2019<\/p>\n

According to Mata, Carrick is simply replicating what he did so brillianty during his playing days in quietly setting an \u2018example\u2019 for those around him to follow.<\/p>\n

\u2018In the dressing room, he was an example for all of us: his character and his professionalism,\u2019 the Spaniard added.<\/p>\n

\u2018And again, I said it, he\u2019s a very intelligent guy that loves the game and I\u2019m very happy that he\u2019s getting the results that the club need.<\/p>\n

\u2018He knows how to get to the players, of course, and I\u2019m enjoying watching the games at the moment.\u2019<\/p>\n

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