According to the latest report from Laurie Whitwell, Manchester United correspondent for The Athletic, Carrick's position is temporarily secure, but ultimately, results will naturally determine his future.

Manchester United's shocking collapse from a two-goal lead against Brighton, combined with their current record of two wins, one draw, and three losses, indicates deeper problems requiring examination across all levels, including players, executives, and ownership.

Regarding Carrick, there are currently no indications that Manchester United is preparing contingency plans to replace the head coach. Insiders suggest that Carrick's position is currently secure, but ultimately, results will naturally determine his future.

Sources say that Football Director Jason Wilcox, who oversees these matters and makes the final decision, is believed to be advocating for stability. Last season, under Carrick's management, Manchester United won 12 of 17 Premier League matches, and this is their first losing streak this season.

However, Manchester United's performance in Wednesday's 2-3 defeat to Brighton is even more concerning, particularly their defensive weaknesses and sluggishness in response to Brighton's attacks. Manchester United players appeared to be covering less ground on the pitch, leaving large gaps in defense, while their attacks also seemed lethargic.

This reflects a trend evident throughout this season: official Premier League data shows Manchester United ranked 18th in sprints with 379, 19th in high-intensity runs with 1,364, and 14th in total distance covered with 449.1 km.

These statistics raise questions about the players' physical condition, whether it stems from training methods or inherent physical quality. Improving player fitness is essential for achieving better results.

Given that Manchester United has conceded 10 goals in their first six matches, waiting until next year to address defensive issues—a new idea to strengthen the team's defense comprehensively—seems inadequate.

For Tielemans, André Santos, and Balde, Manchester United also opted for straightforward deals (activating release clauses and signing two willing players) rather than complex operations like pursuing Alex Souttar or Lewis Hall.

This suggests the club's priority is qualifying for the Champions League rather than challenging for the title, as stated by Omar Berrada regarding the "150th Anniversary Plan"—to win the championship again by the club's 150th anniversary in 2028.

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