Manchester United are preparing to hand Michael Carrick the manager’s job permanently after his remarkable revival at Old Trafford.
Senior club figures are expected to recommend Carrick to minority owner Jim Ratcliffe this week following an impressive spell as caretaker boss that transformed United’s season.
Carrick took charge after the dismissal of Ruben Amorim in January, with the club struggling in seventh place and facing growing instability both on and off the pitch.
Since then, the turnaround has been dramatic.
Under Carrick, United have won 10 of 15 matches, climbed into third place, and secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League. No Premier League side has collected more points than United during that period.
His impact has gone beyond results. Carrick has reportedly impressed club executives with his calm leadership, focus on youth development, and long-term vision for rebuilding the squad.
Victories over rivals including Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool strengthened his case, while several players have openly backed him to get the role permanently.
United had explored other managerial options, but many high-profile candidates were unavailable, including Thomas Tuchel and Luis Enrique.
Now, Carrick appears set to complete one of the most unexpected managerial rises in recent Premier League history.
From caretaker appointment to potential permanent boss — and possibly the man to lead Manchester United into a new era.
