Manchester United defender Luke Shaw appears to have taken a subtle swipe at former manager Ruben Amorim while hailing the immediate impact of interim boss Michael Carrick.

Speaking following United’s impressive 2-0 victory over Tottenham, Shaw showered praise upon Carrick and his impact since taking over as the caretaker manager.

Luke Shaw reveals the “real difference” Michael Carrick has made

In an interview with talkSPORT, Shaw was asked what has changed since Carrick took the reins following Amorim’s sacking in January.

The England international, who has been restored to his preferred left-back role after struggling in Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system, was glowing in his assessment of the former United midfielder.

He said:

“He’s made lots of differences. But for me, the biggest one is he knows the club, and he knows exactly what’s needed to win football matches, to make everyone happy and to enjoy what we’re doing.

“He’s, of course, won a lot when he was here as a player. So he understands the club, and I think that’s the biggest thing for me.

“He knows how to get the best out of the players, and he’s really doing that.

“Of course, winning football matches is always going to make everyone feel better, and the confidence is at...