Michael Carrick makes Mikel Arteta comparison as pressure mounts on Man Utd boss before Atletico

By Lewis Blain | 13 Oct 2026 07:03 , Last updated: 13 Oct 2026 07:06 Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has pointed to Mikel Arteta and Diego Simeone as proven examples of why coaches need time to build successful teams. Carrick is under increasing pressure after United won just one of their opening six Premier League matches , marking their worst start to a league season in 40 years . With a difficult Champions League trip to Atletico Madrid up next, the Red Devils boss has defended the importance of patience amid growing questions over his future.