News · 22 May 2026

Michael Carrick becomes United's permanent manager

Under Michael Carrick's leadership, Manchester United qualified for the Champions League and finished third in the Premier League with certainty. The 44-year-old, who had assumed temporary control in January after Ruben Amorim's dismissal, was officially appointed as the head coach, signing a two-year agreement. Out of 16 games as manager, he has achieved 11 wins and is one of six nominees for the manager of the season award.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 May 2026 at 12:59

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