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Michael Carrick is an English professional football coach and former player, currently serving as the head coach of Premier League club Manchester United ¹⁸. He is widely recognized for his extensive playing career, particularly his 12 years as a midfielder for Manchester United, where he also captained the club in his final season ⁸.

Early Life and Playing Career

Born on July 28, 1981, in Wallsend near Newcastle, Carrick began his professional career as a player ¹². He was known as a deep-lying midfielder ⁸. During his time at Old Trafford, he achieved significant success, winning five Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy ⁴.

Coaching Career

Carrick transitioned into coaching after his playing career. He initially joined Manchester United's coaching staff.

Appointment as Manchester United Head Coach

Carrick's journey to becoming Manchester United's head coach began on January 13, 2026, when he was appointed until the end of the 2025/26 season ². Following a period as interim head coach, he convinced the club's hierarchy to make his appointment permanent ⁷. On May 22, 2026, Manchester United confirmed that Carrick had signed a two-year deal to become the permanent head coach ²³. This move solidified his position at the club where he had previously achieved great success as a player ³.