Inside Michael Carrick’s Man Utd return: Fresh vision, Solskjaer concerns, Champions League target
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Michael Carrick has been appointed as Manchester United's interim head coach until the end of the 2025-26 season, stepping in after Ruben Amorim's sacking due to a fallout with the director of football, Jason Wilcox.
- Carrick, a former United player and coach, was chosen over other candidates including Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ruud van Nistelrooy, with the club valuing his existing connection to the club, tactical acumen, and ability to command respect.
- The club aims for Carrick to secure Champions League qualification this season, emphasizing the importance of stability and a thorough search for a permanent manager in the summer when more options will be available.
- Carrick's backroom team includes experienced
