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Former Manchester United forward Michael Owen has slammed a claim about Michael Carrick’s prospects for the permanent head coach position.

Carrick in dreamland

Carrick has enjoyed a dream start to life as United’s caretaker boss, having overseen three wins from his first three games in charge.

The United legend has secured victories over Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham. United currently sit in fourth place in the Premier League table and are firmly in contention to finish within the guaranteed Champions League places.

But beyond the results, performances have also dramatically improved. Wayne Rooney has previously hailed Carrick for restoring a semblance of United’s DNA. In a short span of time, Carrick has instilled a proactive, attacking style of play that has reignited the fans’ hopes.

Yet, despite all the positives, some are adamant that Carrick must not be given the permanent job under any conditions.

Roy Keane is on record saying this, while Gary Neville has also warned that there is a risk of United repeating the same mistake they made with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer a few years ago.

However, Owen has dismissed those claims, insisting Carrick’s name should be in the conversation if he continues...