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Rasmus Hojlund: Giggs makes bold claim about Man United loanee
TL;DR
Rasmus Hojlund's performance has drawn bold claims from Ryan Giggs regarding his potential. Manchester United's interim manager Michael Carrick has led the team to eight wins in 12 games, strengthening his case for a permanent role.
Key points
- Ryan Giggs praises Rasmus Hojlund's potential
- Michael Carrick leads Manchester United to eight wins in 12 matches
- United wins 1-0 against Chelsea despite missing key players
- Carrick's performance strengthens his case for a permanent role
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Rasmus Hojlund: Giggs makes bold claim about Man United loanee
Michael Carrick has strengthened his case for the permanent Manchester United job after masterminding a fine 1-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this weekend. The Englishman has transformed the Red Devils since taking charge as former head coach Ruben Amorim’s temporary replacement in January.
A permanent appointment is expected in the summer, but United’s run of eight wins and two draws in 12 games under Carrick has made him a strong contender for the full-time job. The English giants have been firing on all cylinders under the Englishman, who has made the most of the squad at his disposal.
On Saturday, 18 April, the Red Devils faced the Blues without four first-team centre-backs, but still picked up three points with Ayden Heaven and Noussair Mazraoui as an avantgarde centre-back pairing. Carrick has now registered wins against Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea with the same squad that was struggling to impress under Amorim.
This weekend’s victory has further strengthened United’s push for a top-four finish, with the team now third in the table after 33 games. Red Devils legend Ryan Giggs has now given Carrick his blessing for the full-time job.
Playing the United way
Speaking on Rio Ferdinand Presents, Giggs backed Carrick to become United’s next permanent manager. He said: “I think a strong personality and just the quiet way he’s gone about it. The way we played against Manchester City, that’s the United way pass and move, pass and move.”
Q&A
What did Ryan Giggs say about Rasmus Hojlund?
Ryan Giggs made bold claims about Rasmus Hojlund's potential, highlighting his impact as a Manchester United loanee.
How has Michael Carrick performed as Manchester United's interim manager?
Michael Carrick has achieved eight wins and two draws in 12 games, significantly improving the team's performance since taking over.
What challenges did Manchester United face in their recent match against Chelsea?
Manchester United played against Chelsea without four first-team centre-backs but still secured a 1-0 victory.
What are the prospects for Michael Carrick's permanent appointment at Manchester United?
Given his successful run, Michael Carrick is a strong contender for the permanent managerial position expected to be filled in the summer.