Carrick's record after 18 games compared to other Man Utd managers

Carrick's record after 18 games compared to other Man Utd managers

All signs point to Michael Carrick being in the dugout at Old Trafford once again for the start of next season after having overseen 18 games in charge of the club in total. But how does his record compare to the rest?

Of course, Carrick's very first games came as caretaker manager following the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjær with the majority coming since taking over this season with the 2-0 win over local rivals Manchester City back in January.

In total, Carrick has won 12 of his 18 games of the two stints combined, drawing four and suffering two defeats so far.

His record is one of the best of United managers after so many games, which no doubt has helped his case for the permanent gig.

Only one better

Looking back at the managers of the post-Alex Ferguson era, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still had the best start to his time in charge and there will no doubt be more comparisons made between Carrick and the Norwegian going forward.

Solskjaer won 14 of his opening 12 games in charge, drawing twice, and losing twice. Converting those into points, the former striker earned what would be four more points than Carrick (12 wins, four draws, two defeats).

Erik ten Hag is the closest behind those two with 12 wins, two draws, and four defeats – slightly better than David Moyes' record of 11 wins, four draws, and three losses.