Arne Slot points out notable Man Utd change after Michael Carrick takeover
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool head coach Arne Slot has praised Manchester United's improvement under interim boss Michael Carrick, who is in contention for the permanent role as the Red Devils close in on Champions League qualificationMichael Carrick has Manchester United on the verge of making a Champions League return(Image: James Gill - Danehouse, Getty Images)Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has suggested we are now witnessing "how good Manchester United really are" as Michael Carrick looks to steer them toward a Champions League berth next season.The Red Devils appointed Carrick on an interim basis following Ruben Amorim's outburst after the draw at Leeds.Carrick was given the opportunity to prove his worth while United sought a permanent replacement. United have won nine of the 13 matches since his return to the dugout.READ MORE: Giovanni Leoni's latest update leaves Liverpool fans excited as physical change clearREAD MORE: Wayne Rooney reopens Liverpool wounds with fresh Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk digMeanwhile, prospective candidates to succeed Amorim, among them Thomas Tuchel, have remained out of reach.With a Champions League spot all but secured, Carrick is now awaiting confirmation of whether he will be retained.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of the clash with United, Slot acknowledged the improvements he has observed."Last season, their players were better than their league position suggested," he said."After another transfer window, we can now see how good they really are. They're more consistent in their results."Arne Slot has lauded Carrick for the impact he's made at Old Trafford(Image: Molly Darlington, Getty Images)Earlier in the campaign, Amorim orchestrated a 2-1 triumph for United at Anfield, and should the Reds come out on top on Sunday, they will secure their place in next season's Champions League.
Liverpool, however, has its own ambitions of qualifying for the competition, and a victory would bolster its prospects considerably.Slot added: "We are aware that it is a very big game. Not only because we play Man United, but to qualify for the Champions League and to get the highest possible league position."We wanted to win the league - that is not possible - so we are trying to finish as high as possible.