Manchester United has officially announced the signing of a two-year permanent contract with interim head coach Michael Carrick, running until 2028. The 44-year-old former midfielder took charge of the team in January following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, successfully stabilizing the situation and securing Champions League qualification ahead of schedule. This is reported by Goal.com .
The former Middlesbrough manager took the reins during a transitional period at the club on January 13. Carrick orchestrated a tactical turnaround at Old Trafford, leading Manchester United to 11 wins in 16 matches and securing a third-place finish in the Premier League. A thrilling victory over Nottingham Forest mathematically confirmed the team's return to Europe's elite competition.
Speaking about the responsibility of managing his beloved club on a permanent basis, Carrick said: “I have felt the magic of Manchester United since the moment I arrived here 20 years ago. The responsibility of leading this special club fills me with immense pride. Now it is time to move forward together with purpose and ambition. Our fans deserve for us to compete for the biggest trophies.”
The club's leadership highly praised Carrick for restoring a winning culture at the Carrington training base in a short period. Football Director Jason Wilcox noted that Michael's results fully align with the club's values and traditions. His success in returning the team to the Champions League ranks was recognized as a significant achievement in the club's history.
Carrick's primary task now is to strengthen the squad during the summer transfer window and prepare for the new season. The specialist, who is among the nominees for Premier League Manager of the Season, must build a team capable of competing both domestically and in the Champions League.
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