Manchester United delays decision on Carrick's permanent appointment! Originally planned to offer contract this month, Sir Jim Ratcliffe changes plan due to one person.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Manchester United's owner, may reconsider whether to formally appoint Carrick as head coach for next season. He witnessed the team's 1-2 loss to Leeds United at Old Trafford on Monday, with a disastrous first-half performance. Moreover, there are coaching candidates attractive to the INEOS management team who could become available this summer.

In January, after Ruben Amorim's departure, Carrick took charge under pressure. Since his appointment, he has led Manchester United to third place in the Premier League, with the team holding a favorable position to secure Champions League qualification with six games remaining.

Over the past months, whether Carrick will be appointed permanently has been a topic of interest for Manchester United fans. He was initially highly regarded, but as football is a results-driven sport, Carrick faces renewed challenges due to the team's recent slowdown.

According to the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United was about to offer Carrick a formal contract in April. However, with the announcement that Andoni Iraola will leave Bournemouth this summer, United may reconsider their managerial options.

Iraola has also long been linked with the Manchester United managerial position. The 43-year-old Spaniard announced he will leave the Vitality Stadium when his contract expires at the end of this season.

Authoritative source David Ornstein from The Athletic reports: "Iraola is confirmed to leave Bournemouth after his contract expires. The club tried to retain him, but he is determined. Bournemouth has begun planning for a replacement, with Kieran McKenna as their preferred candidate."

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano stated: "Iraola's story with Bournemouth ends. Iraola has made his decision; he wants to coach another European club and is now open to negotiations with new employers."

The British Mirror reports that how Manchester United ultimately decides the club's future direction remains unknown. The team's upcoming results are likely to play a key role, especially matches against Chelsea, Brentford, and Liverpool. These teams are not only direct competitors for a top-five finish but also tests of whether Carrick can make reasonable adjustments under real pressure.

Carrick's "honeymoon period" after taking charge is now nearing its end. The test for him now is not just about returning to the Champions League. Since competing teams are "giving up the fifth spot," United's Champions League qualification is still considered secure. However, how Carrick solves problems when facing difficulties is an aspect Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his team intend to observe.

But according to British media, while Manchester United may be interested in Iraola, whether the manager would choose to accept the challenge at Old Trafford remains unknown. Iraola is also a target for Premier League powerhouses like Newcastle United and Liverpool.

Iraola's advantages include his youth and tactical philosophy, employing a 4231 formation, developing players well, and suitability for Manchester United's rising star Kobbie Mainoo, who is set to renew his contract. Premier League legend Jamie Redknapp highlighted another strength: "I said he should be a candidate for the United managerial position, and many mocked me. Those people don't understand football because Iraola improves players."

Meanwhile, Iraola's shortcomings are also significant, largely similar to Carrick. He hasn't proven his managerial ability at a top club. Bournemouth's performance is decent but only mid-to-lower table, without European competition experience. Additionally, center-back Marcos Senesi and midfielder Alex Scott under Iraola are players Manchester United may target this summer.