Luke Shaw subtly criticizes Amorim

Manchester United is currently enjoying an exciting period under Michael Carrick's leadership, and Luke Shaw's latest remarks seem to highlight the stark contrast between the current era and Ruben Amorim's previous tenure.

The 2-0 victory over Tottenham at Old Trafford not only secured three crucial points for the Red Devils but also extended Carrick’s winning streak to four matches. Against Spurs, goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes further confirmed the effectiveness of the playing style Manchester United is developing.

Notably, since Carrick took over, Manchester United has defeated strong opponents such as Manchester City, Arsenal, and Fulham. This series of results is enough to make the entire Premier League view the Old Trafford team in a new light.

From a position of uncertainty, Manchester United has now climbed to fourth place in the standings, just 3 points behind Aston Villa in third. Therefore, a spot in next season’s Champions League is no longer a distant dream but a fully achievable goal.

Before their upcoming away match at West Ham, the atmosphere in the Manchester United dressing room is described as the most positive in years. Luke Shaw believes the key factor making the biggest difference is Michael Carrick.

“He has made a lot of changes”, Shaw told talkSPORT. “But for me, the biggest thing is that he understands this club and knows exactly what it takes to win matches, so everyone feels satisfied and enjoys what we’re doing. He won many titles here as a player. So, he truly understands Manchester United. In my opinion, that’s the most important factor. He knows how to maximize the players' abilities and is doing it very well.”

Although Shaw did not mention names directly, his praise for Carrick inadvertently serves as a sharp comparison to Ruben Amorim, who struggled to stabilize the team’s playing style and collective spirit.

According to Shaw, the most noticeable improvement under Carrick is in the team culture. The fighting spirit, focus during training sessions, and the ability to motivate each other among players have all significantly increased. Not only the starting lineup, but even the substitutes are playing important roles, frequently making an impact when brought on.

The image of the entire bench rushing out to celebrate after every goal is the clearest proof of the unity Carrick has brought. This was something Manchester United lacked in the previous period.

However, not everyone believes Carrick should be given the permanent coaching role. Legends like Roy Keane and Gary Neville remain cautious, suggesting that the management needs more time to assess.

Nevertheless, if Manchester United continues to maintain their impressive form and moves closer to the Champions League, Michael Carrick will surely compel Old Trafford’s leadership to seriously consider his future as head coach.