Michael Carrick has rejected speculation about his future as Manchester United manager following a difficult start to the season marked by consecutive home losses to Manchester City and Brighton. Speaking after the team’s recent 3-2 Carabao Cup defeat to Brighton, Carrick acknowledged responsibility for the club’s poor run but emphasized that the situation is far from a crisis.

Despite losing three of their six games this season, Carrick described the challenges as setbacks rather than disasters. He stressed that United remains a great club, and he is committed to his role and the expectations placed on him by the club’s ownership and supporters. "That’s totally not in my thinking," he said when asked about concerns over his job security amid mounting external pressure.

Carrick dismissed suggestions that he needs to display more emotion, questioning what that would entail. He pointed to the nature of football and acknowledged that periods of difficulty are to be expected during any rebuilding process. “I was expecting at some stage that we’d go through it,” he said, adding that successful teams inevitably face periods where things do not go to plan.

The Manchester United manager also addressed the reaction of fans, who booed the team off the pitch after surrendering a two-goal advantage against Brighton. He said such responses are part of the environment at a club of United’s stature but maintained that the team remains focused on finding solutions and improving performances. “It’s not about blaming people. It’s about finding solutions and being better,” he noted.

Carrick underscored his willingness to accept responsibility for results, saying, “Blame me, no problem. I’ll take the responsibility, whatever it is.” At the same time, he stressed that the team has performed competitively in recent matches, and that losing a few games does not mean that the club’s ambitions or future are in jeopardy.

As Manchester United navigates this uneasy phase, Carrick’s comments suggest he remains determined to steady the team and work toward better outcomes without being distracted by speculation about his position.