Tag: Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick is an English coach and Manchester United’s head coach in 2026-27. As a midfielder he played more than 460 games for the club, won five Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2008, and also represented West Ham, Tottenham and England. He is remembered for his calm passing and sense of timing.
Carrick moved into coaching at Old Trafford and then took Middlesbrough to the Championship play-offs as manager, before being handed the United job in 2026. He is a measured, thoughtful leader who values detail, clear roles and a connection between the squad and the supporters.
Premier League News Now follows his spell closely. This page carries the latest Manchester United news, transfer rumours, injury updates from Carrington and analysis of how Carrick sets up his side, including his decisions on selection, formation and the young players pushing for opportunities. We also follow the debates around the squad, from the midfield balance to the form of the club’s forwards.
Man United hand the ex-Spurs boss a deal until 2029 and a first game at Anfield, but his best work has never been quick
Man United strike a deal in principle with the USA boss to replace Carrick, as Ratcliffe’s Monaco summit decides his fate
‘It’s not going to happen’: Carrick won’t walk away from Man United, as Dorgu tells his team-mates to look at themselves
Man United 4-4 Aston Villa: Dorgu heads in a 96th-minute equaliser, as Carrick’s side come from two down twice and still sit in the bottom three
Tielemans for Baleba, Heaven covers Martinez: Man United predicted lineup vs Aston Villa
Man United’s rumoured target is close to a new Aston Villa deal beyond 2029, days before Villa visit Old Trafford
Man United 3-2 Roma: two down after 17 minutes, then Cunha scores twice, strips off and sees red
Man United sent scouts to Bayern vs Dortmund for four players, and the 30-year-old striker is the hardest to prise away
Leeds set to tie down the England striker Man United wanted in January, with Carrick’s side now four points below them
