Michael Carrick has insisted he doesn't care about criticism from the likes of Roy Keane ahead of Manchester United's Premier League showdown with Everton on Monday night. Carrick, upon taking the job, was criticised by Keane - with the Sky Sports pundit questioning his credentials. And, speaking to the BBC, the 44-year-old made it clear he was unfazed by criticism from Keane and other pundits. Carrick is in the frame to land the United role permanently come the summer, like Ole Gunnar Solskjaer once did before him. United lost 1-0 to Everton earlier in the season but victory would see them stay fourth in the standings, something that seemed unfeasible just months ago.

Source: BBC February 20, 2026 16:19 UTC