As Manchester United aims to secure a place in the Champions League, long-term plans are being developed. The priority is to appoint a permanent manager, with Michael Carrick in consideration. Alan Shearer suggests giving Carrick the job on a short-term basis. Matheus Cunha has revealed his ability to play in a new position. Alan Shearer has called for United to appoint Carrick on a permanent basis, but only on a short-term deal. Shearer argued that the club's cycle of hiring and firing reflects badly on the club hierarchy. Speaking on The Rest is Football show with Gary Lineker, Shearer said it was time for a different approach. He added: "Under Michael, [they] have definitely improved and it looks as if they're going to qualify for Champions League. I guess if they do, I'd be for giving him the job. "Not on a long term basis and they'll make mistakes as they've done last time, but maybe even give him a one-year deal with different incentives in it if he hits different targets." Matheus Cunha has revealed how he told Carrick he could operate in a new position. The Brazilian predominantly operated through the middle during his time at Wolves but believes he can be just as effective out wide. When Carrick suggested United lacked natural wingers early on his interim reign, Cunha took matt.