Michael Carrick named permanent Manchester United manager after successful temporary spell

A former player of the club, Carrick was handed the interim manager role in January after the decision to end Ruben Amorim's tenure, and quickly propelled them up the Premier League standings.

His first match was a dream come true, a 2-0 victory over rivals Manchester City, which was then followed by a 3-2 win away at Arsenal. After that, he also oversaw successes against Liverpool, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Tottenham.

Though results against lesser known clubs have not been as strong, he has nonetheless lifted United from seventh to third place and secured a spot in the Champions League.

This will be the second permanent position in his managerial career, having previously spent three years in charge of Championship side Middlesbrough.

In the club's statement announcing Carrick's appointment on a two year contract, Manchester United said: “Manchester United is delighted to announce that Michael Carrick will continue as head coach of the men’s first team, having signed a new contract which will run to 2028.”

The permanent Manchester United manager, Michael Carrick, said, “From the moment that I arrived here 20 years ago, I felt the magic of Manchester United.

“Carrying the responsibility of leading our special football club fills me with immense pride.

“Throughout the past five months, this group of players have shown they can reach the standards of resilience, togetherness and determination that we demand here.

“Now it’s time to move forward together again, with ambition and a clear sense of purpose. Manchester United and our incredible supporters deserve to be challenging for the biggest honours again.”

Manchester United's director of football, Jason Wilcox, provided his reasoning for Carrick staying on: “Michael has thoroughly earned the opportunity to continue leading our men’s team.

“In the time he has been doing the role, we have seen positive results on the pitch, but more than that, an approach which aligns with the club’s values, traditions and history.

“Michael’s achievements in leading the club back to the Champions League should not be understated. He has forged a strong bond with the players and can be proud of the winning culture at Carrington and in the dressing room, which we are continuing to build.”