Carrick sidesteps future questions, focus on Roma game

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick avoided answering questions about his long-term future. Carrick said his focus is on the Champions League match against AS Roma at home on Tuesday. The team has not won in nine matches.

United sit 17th in the Premier League with seven points from nine matches, just above the relegation zone on goal difference. The club is going through its longest winless run since 1984.

The board has decided to keep working with Carrick, a former midfielder. The decision came despite defeats to Como, Bournemouth and Chelsea. Carrick was also asked about the conduct of 28-year-old centre-back Lisandro Martinez, who was sent off in the 2-0 defeat away at Chelsea. Carrick said he saw no problem with the defender's commitment.

United are 21st in the Champions League with three points from three matches. Roma are 15th with four points. Carrick said he knows what the team is capable of but needs to get it onto the pitch quickly. Alongside the Roma game this week, there is also a Premier League match against Aston Villa on Sunday.