Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he is looking forward to Tuesday's Champions League clash against Roma. (EPA Images pic)BRUSSELS: Michael Carrick brushed off suggestions he has just two games left as Manchester United boss as he prepares his underperforming side for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Roma.

Carrick's position at Old Trafford is increasingly precarious following Saturday's 2-0 defeat at Chelsea, which extended United's winless run in all competitions to nine games -- their longest such run in 42 years.

The club are just one place above the Premier League relegation zone after taking a mere seven points from their nine matches so far this season.

They are 20th in the Champions League table following a dismal 4-1 defeat away at Como last month. Only the top 24 teams will progress beyond the league phase.