Manchester United icon Peter Schmeichel has publicly outlined his ideal scenario to steady the ship at Old Trafford following the dismissal of manager Ruben Amorim, advocating for a familiar trio to take temporary charge.
Schmeichel's Call for a United 'Dream Team'
The club confirmed the end of Amorim's turbulent 14-month reign earlier this week, prompting an immediate search for his successor. In the interim, former midfielder Darren Fletcher has taken the caretaker reins, overseeing a 2-2 draw with Burnley in his first match.
Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Schmeichel, a key figure in the 1999 treble-winning side, expressed his strong belief that the solution lies within the club's storied history. He proposed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick should join Fletcher in the dugout for the remainder of the season.
"It pleases me that the three of them are mentioned," Schmeichel stated. "I mean, it's a dream, for me, it's a dream team if they could get all three to see out the rest of the season."
The Backdrop to Amorim's Departure
Amorim's exit came swiftly after a public outburst directed at the United hierarchy following a 1-1 draw with Leeds. The Portuguese coach stressed his desire to be a 'manager' and not 'just a coach', and hinted he would consider leaving when his contract expired in 2027. The board ultimately accelerated that decision.
Since the sacking, a host of names have been linked with the permanent role, including Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner and former England boss Gareth Southgate. However, the immediate focus is on a short-term appointment.
Both Solskjaer, who previously managed United from 2018 to 2021, and Carrick, who served on the coaching staff under Jose Mourinho and Solskjaer, are reportedly in discussions about a return. Carrick has been without a role since leaving Middlesbrough last summer.
The Case for United 'DNA'
Schmeichel's argument centres on reinstating the club's core identity during a period of instability. He emphasised the importance of having figures with United's ethos at the helm.
He praised Fletcher, a five-time Premier League winner with the club, as a "true servant" who has "the DNA of Manchester United running through his blood." Schmeichel contrasted this with the recent era under Amorim and other "big, strong-name managers" whose systems, he believes, have failed.
"We've been through a period where it hasn't worked," he reflected, noting the staggering statistic that only one post-Sir Alex Ferguson manager has reached 100 games in charge.
"I like the idea that, at least for the next four months, the actual football will be run by people who have been there as players, have good qualities as coaches and know what Manchester United is supposed to be," Schmeichel concluded, backing the trio to drive the club back to where it belongs.
