Summary
Michael Carrick, the interim manager of Manchester United, says his focus is on winning the next game against Crystal Palace, not on competing with Palace's manager, Oliver Glasner, for the permanent head coach role. Carrick has led Manchester United to five wins and a draw in his six games, and a victory against Palace would move them to third place in the Premier League table.
Key Facts
- Michael Carrick is the interim manager of Manchester United.
- Oliver Glasner is the manager of Crystal Palace and a candidate for Manchester United's head coach role.
- Carrick has achieved five wins and one draw in his current tenure at Manchester United.
- A win against Crystal Palace could move Manchester United to third place in the Premier League.
- Key player Matthijs de Ligt has been out due to a back injury.
- Lisandro Martinez missed the last game because of a calf problem but is expected to return soon.
- Manchester United aims to secure a strong position for Champions League qualification.
