Manchester United have reportedly decided to back Michael Carrick for the long term following his impressive spell in charge at Old Trafford.
There are multiple reports coming from Old Trafford that have confirmed that senior club figures including CEO Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are prepared to recommend Carrick as the club’s permanent manager during talks with Sir Jim Ratcliffe. According to reports, the United midfielder has reportedly won over both the board and the dressing room after guiding the team back into the Champions League places.
Carrick has overseen a major turnaround since taking charge earlier this year, with United climbing up the Premier League table and producing strong results against rivals including Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool.
Several senior players have voiced their support for him to remain in the role permanently. However, the final decision is still expected to come from Ratcliffe and the executive committee, there is growing confidence that Carrick will soon be officially confirmed as Manchester United’s permanent head coach.
Michael Carrick has transformed Manchester United’s season since taking charge in January 2026, guiding the club back into the Champions League places and reigniting belief around Old Trafford. The former United midfielder has reportedly overseen 15 matches in all competitions, recording 10 wins, three draws and just two defeats, while collecting 33 points in the Premier League during that period.
Carrick’s spell in charge has also included impressive victories against Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham, with United climbing from seventh to third in the league table. His calm leadership and tactical approach have reportedly earned strong backing from both the dressing room and the club hierarchy as talks continue over making him permanent manager.
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