Manchester United Confirm Michael Carrick as Permanent Head Coach
Manchester United have announced the appointment of Michael Carrick as the club’s permanent head coach, signing him to a two‑year contract following an impressive interim period.
Under Carrick’s guidance, the Reds secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League and are assured of finishing third in the Premier League after their victory over Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
During his 16 matches in charge, Carrick recorded 11 wins, earning him a nomination for the Premier League Manager of the Season award. No other team in the division has accumulated more points than United’s 36 since he took over on 13 January.
Carrick’s Reaction and Vision
Speaking about his new role, Carrick said, “From the moment I arrived here 20 years ago, I felt the magic of Manchester United. Leading this special football club fills me with immense pride.”
He praised the squad for displaying resilience, togetherness and determination over the past five months and emphasized the need to move forward with ambition and a clear sense of purpose, adding that the club and its supporters deserve to challenge for the biggest honours again.
Background and Previous Interim Stints
The appointment comes after a turbulent period under former head coach Ruben Amorim, whose departure followed poor results and tactical disagreements with senior officials.
Carrick is no stranger to the Old Trafford dugout. He previously took temporary charge for three matches after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s dismissal in 2021 and, as a player, spent 12 years at the club, winning five Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League and the FA Cup.
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