Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Carrick Named Manchester United Interim Manager
Manchester United has appointed Michael Carrick as their interim manager for the rest of the 2025-26 season.
Carrick, a former player for the team, has some experience as a manager and loves the club.
Wayne Rooney, another former player, has said he would be happy to return to help Carrick.
Manchester United is currently in seventh place in the Premier League and has a big game coming up against Manchester City.
Some people think Carrick is a good choice because he knows the team well, while others are not so sure because he was recently let go from another team.
Manchester United has appointed Michael Carrick as interim manager until the end of the 2025-26 season.
Carrick will be in charge for 17 games before a permanent manager is appointed.
Wayne Rooney has expressed interest in joining Carrick's coaching staff if needed.
Manchester United is currently seventh in the Premier League, three points outside the top four.
Carrick's first game in charge will be against Manchester City.
- Who
- Michael Carrick, Wayne Rooney, Manchester United
- What
- Carrick's appointment as interim manager and Rooney's potential return
- When
- After Ruben Amorim's dismissal in January 2026
- Where
- Manchester United
- Why
- To provide stability and experience during the transition period
Supporters
Critics
Carrick's Appointment
Supporters
Carrick's love for the club and previous experience make him a good fit for the interim role.
Critics
Carrick's lack of long-term success and recent dismissal from Middlesbrough raise doubts about his suitability.
Rooney's Potential Return
Supporters
Rooney's return could bring stability and familiarity to the coaching staff.
Critics
Rooney's lack of extensive coaching experience might not significantly impact the team's performance.
- Michael Carrick
- Former Manchester United player and current interim manager
- Manchester United
- Premier League football club
- Ruben Amorim
- Former Manchester United manager
- Premier League Position
- 7th
- Wayne Rooney
- Former Manchester United player and potential coach
- Middlesbrough
- Carrick's former club
- Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
- Former Manchester United player and manager
- Darren Fletcher
- Caretaker boss during Amorim's dismissal
Sources
Wayne Rooney Open To Manchester United Return if Carrick Named Interim Manager
‘The club has lost its identity, family feel’: Wayne Rooney open to Manchester United return if Carrick named manager
Manchester United Reach Deal To Appoint Carrick as Interim Manager: Reports
Manchester derby: Carrick re-joins ‘Man Utd Caretaker Managers’ club with new deal
Michael Carrick set to be appointed Manchester United manager until end of season – Firstpost
Back To The Dugout: Michael Carrick Named As Man United's New Interim Head Coach
Michael Carrick named Manchester United head coach till end of season: 'I know what it takes to succeed here' – Firstpost
Michael Carrick takes over as Manchester United manager for remainder of 2025-26 season
