Manchester United are reportedly set to speak to Michael Carrick about staying in charge beyond the end of the season. The 44-year-old has surpassed the expectations of many since taking over for the remainder of the campaign in January following an acrimonious end to Ruben Amorim’s rocky Red Devils reign . Carrick has overseen a marked improvement in mood and results, with United clinching Champions League qualification with three matches to spare and on the verge of securing third spot in the Premier League . That upturn has put the club’s former midfielder, captain and coach in pole position to stay in a post it is understood he will speak to the club about before the end of the season. United have explored other options but Carrick has long been considered the front-runner for a job that he has been publicly backed for by a number of players.…