Michael Carrick says Manchester United cannot make a "knee-jerk" decision about their long-term future on the back of him winning his first three matches as head coach.

The Red Devils turned to their former midfielder, captain and coach on a deal until the end of the campaign after Ruben Amorim's patchy 14-month reign came to an acrimonious end in early January.

Carrick has rejuvenated United since taking over as head coach three weeks ago, with wins against Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham propelling the side up to fourth in the Premier League.

Next up is an Old Trafford clash with his former club Tottenham on Saturday. The 44-year-old says he would not get carried away if they won again - and nor does he believe the club would.

"Nothing's changed, no, to be honest," said Carrick - nominated for January's Premier League Manager of the Month award.

"It's not going to change what I do, or how I feel about it. I think I'm fully aware of the role I'm doing here and the responsibility I've got.

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