Manchester United Close To Appointing Michael Carrick As Permanent Head Coach

Manchester United Close To Appointing Michael Carrick As Permanent Head Coach – Manchester United are reportedly close to appointing Michael Carrick as the club’s permanent head coach after offering him a two-year contract.

Reports indicate that talks are underway to extend Carrick’s deal, which had been set to expire at the end of the season.

The 44-year-old is expected to sign a two-year agreement with the option of an additional year.

Negotiations are also reportedly taking place with members of his coaching staff, including Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, Jonny Evans and Travis Binnion, who are all expected to remain at the club.

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Manchester United have won 10 of Carrick’s 15 Premier League matches in charge, with the football leadership team reportedly recommending that he be appointed permanently.

Speaking on Friday, Carrick hinted that clarity over his future would arrive soon.

“There’s two games to go; apart from that there’s not much else to say,” Carrick said.

“The situation is pretty clear for us all. Same as in preparing for the game. It’s a unique football club, a special club.”

He added: “Immensely proud to have come back and been a part of it, as a supporter and ex-player. As a pure supporter, to be in a position to come back and help and move forward was important.”

Carrick also praised the supporters for standing behind the team during his spell in charge.

“The supporters are a massive part of this club,” he said. “We thank them for the season and the support, the last four months for me personally.”