Manchester United Appoint Michael Carrick as Permanent Head Coach Until 2028
Inheriting a side that sat sixth in the Premier League 2025-26 table after Amorim's acrimonious winter exit, Carrick overseen a dramatic surge in form, winning 11 of his 16 matches in charge.
Manchester United have confirmed the permanent appointment of Michael Carrick as head coach on a contract running until the summer of 2028. The 44-year-old former club captain, who initially took temporary charge in January following the departure of Ruben Amorim, has been rewarded with a two-year extension. The decision follows a highly successful interim stint in which Carrick stabilised the team and secured a return to European football. England Reveal FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad; Cole Palmer, Harry Maguire and Phil Foden Omitted By Thomas Tuchel.
Michael Carrick Named Manchester United Head Coach
It's Carrick, you know ❤️
🇾🇪 We are delighted to announce Michael Carrick will continue as our head coach, having signed a new contract.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) May 22, 2026
Earning the Long-Term Mandate
Carrick’s transition from a short-term solution to the permanent boss comes on the back of an impressive turnaround at Old Trafford. Inheriting a side that sat sixth in the Premier League table after Amorim's acrimonious winter exit, Carrick overseen a dramatic surge in form, winning 11 of his 16 matches in charge.
Under his guidance, United concluded their league campaign with a 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest, mathematical confirmation of a third-place finish. By securing UEFA Champions League qualification with three games to spare, Carrick met the primary objective set by the club hierarchy when he arrived from Middlesbrough. Aston Villa Crowned UEFA Europa League 2025-26 Champions, Villans First European title in 44 years.
Carrick, who made 464 appearances as a player for United, expressed his pride at continuing his journey with the club. "Carrying the responsibility of leading our special football club fills me with immense pride," Carrick said.
Rebuilding for the Future
With the managerial situation resolved ahead of the summer transfer window, United can now pivot toward squad recruitment. Carrick becomes the seventh permanent manager appointed at Old Trafford since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. His primary mandate under the current two-year contract structure will be transforming the squad from top-four contenders into genuine Premier League title challengers.
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