Bruno Fernandes will make key decision when Man United appoint Carrick

Similarly, the players themselves have thrown their full support behind the 44-year-old Englishman. Key members of the dressing room, including Fernandes, are believed to have made the case for the current coaching regime to remain in place after such an impressive second half of the campaign.

Fernandes’ future is decided

The Mirror reveals Fernandes, who continues to be linked with a bombshell exit, is now ready to commit his long-term future once Carrick’s position is confirmed.

“United are keen to get Carrick in place before the end of this month, so he can start planning for next season. Carrick has proved a hugely popular figure within the squad and has been the frontrunner for several weeks. And Carrick’s imminent appointment is expected to result in captain Bruno Fernandes committing his long term future to United as well,” the report states.

The Portugal international’s contract expires in 2027, though the club can trigger an automatic one-year extension. However, it also contains a release clause worth £57 million to clubs outside of England.

And given Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal are expected to renew last summer’s interest in luring him to the Middle East with an eye-watering offer, while European giants Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain also keep tabs, there have been doubts swirling around the club’s best – and most important – player.

Final Thoughts

Fresh from his best season in a red shirt, with Fernandes a shoo-in to win every Player of the Year award on offer in England as he stands on the verge of breaking the Premier League’s assist record, United simply cannot afford to let the 31-year-old talisman leave.

Talks are understood to be underway to agree a new deal, but this crucial development of Carrick remaining at the helm may be the impetus needed for both parties to strike an agreement. Stability and certainty are two fundamentals when convincing a footballer to sign a contract – the interim boss becoming the permanent one provides both.

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