Officially... Michael Carrick is the new manager of Manchester United, succeeding Amorim
Manchester United have announced in an official statement the appointment of their former midfield legend, Michael Carrick, as the first team's manager, taking over from Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim, who was recently sacked due to poor results and the team's poor performance.
Contract details and new assignment
Manchester United confirmed in a statement that Michael Carrick will take over as manager until the end of the current 2025-2026 season. This move comes as the club attempts to salvage what it can this season and rely on someone with deep knowledge of the club's culture and values – an approach the management is trying to adopt to appease fans and restore balance in the dressing room.
Context of the event: The search for lost stability
Carrick's appointment comes at a difficult transitional period for Manchester United, who have suffered from inconsistent performances under Amorim. The club is counting on Carrick, who is highly respected at Old Trafford by both senior players and fans, to restore the team's fighting spirit. This move echoes past instances where the club turned to its loyal sons during times of crisis, presenting Carrick with a significant challenge to prove his coaching abilities at the highest level.
Legendary career as a player
There is no denying the technical brilliance Michael Carrick brought to Manchester United. The English maestro made 464 appearances and was a cornerstone of Sir Alex Ferguson's golden generation. His trophy cabinet includes five Premier League titles, the 2008 Champions League, the Club World Cup, the Europa League, the FA Cup, and the League Cup, making him one of the most decorated players in the club's modern history.
Coaching experience: between Old Trafford and Middlesbrough
On the coaching front, Carrick possesses considerable experience within the club, having joined the coaching staff in 2018 and served as an assistant to renowned managers such as José Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Notably, Carrick previously took charge of the team on an interim basis following Solskjaer's departure, leading them through three challenging matches against Villarreal, Chelsea, and Arsenal, achieving positive results without suffering a single defeat and leaving a strong impression of his tactical abilities.
Outside of United, Carrick had a coaching stint as manager of Middlesbrough in the Championship for two and a half years, starting in October 2022. Despite a strong start and reaching the Premier League play-offs in his first season, the team failed to maintain its upward trajectory, leading to his departure at the end of last season. Now he returns to his old home on a new rescue mission.
