'Absolutely not': Keane reacts to suggestion Carrick becomes Manchester United manager on a permanent basis

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Roy Keane Close suggestions Michael Carrick assigned role Manchester United permanent manager After the 3-2 win Exceed arsenal exist emirates stadium.

Carrick takes over from sacked position Ruben Amorim Old Trafford chiefs are looking for a new permanent manager after his contract expires.

In his first game in charge, Carrick scored a 2-0 derby victory over Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City before leading United to victory against the league leaders.

Keane was quick to praise the impact Carrick and his team have had on players and results, but revealed he would prefer the next manager to be someone “bigger and better” than Carrick.

Ask him what he thinks about the results and performance Manchester UnitedKeane echoed the words of Harry Maguire, who was awarded the Man of the Match trophy.

“Harry said it well, they have a lot of players back now and it’s a complete team who have had a full couple of weeks together with no other distractions,” Keane replied. “They can focus on the form of the league and they are getting results.

“But, as we know, you won a game or two for Manchester United, which was fantastic. Especially beating Manchester City and coming to Manchester United arsenal. I felt Manchester United would get the result today, I would have liked a draw but I felt Manchester United would turn up.

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“They have enough good players and their season is going strong and all of a sudden you think this is a great opportunity to get into the top four. If they play with that confidence and belief, you give credit to the manager and the staff.”

Michael Carrick has beaten Manchester City and Arsenal since becoming manager (AFP via Getty Images)

Sky Sports pundit Micah Richards then asked Keane whether Manchester United should hire Carrick permanently, given that Carrick has led the team to first and second wins in the league.

“Work? You’re being silly right now,” Keane replied. “No, he had two good performances but anyone can win two games. That’s what he did until the end of the season.

“Even if they do go fourth, I still don’t believe he’s the man for the job. Absolutely not. I still think they need a bigger and better coach.

“But, he got the opportunity, and what a great opportunity it was for him, you know, he thought it was fair for him.”