Man Utd ready to open talks with Carrick over becoming permanent boss

TL;DR

Manchester United is set to begin talks with Michael Carrick regarding his permanent role as head coach. Discussions are expected to start before the final game of the season against Brighton on May 24.

Key points

Manchester United to open talks with Michael Carrick
Discussions expected before final game at Brighton
Other candidates have been contacted but Carrick is the priority
Carrick's popularity and results are key factors

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Manchester United are ready to open talks with Michael Carrick about him continuing as head coach beyond the end of the season.

Formal discussions are expected to begin before United's final game at Brighton on May 24.

United's bosses have not completely ruled out the possibility of someone else taking charge for next season, and they have reached out to other possible candidates, but the club hierarchy has decided Carrick is the man they want to talk to first.

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The former Manchester United midfielder has been the frontrunner for the role for some time now, with his bosses impressed by his popularity with the playing squad, his handling of the media, his inherent understanding of the heritage and size of the football club - but also, crucially, the results he has achieved on the pitch.

In his 15 games in charge, he has won 10 and drawn three, and he has also guaranteed Champions League football for next season, and a potential £100m boost to revenue as a result of that.

So, Carrick has delivered all that was asked of him and more, and in those circumstances, it was always hard to see how United could give the job to someone else.

Nevertheless, United have been determined to hold a rigorous recruitment process rather than a coronation, and whilst there has been constant dialogue between Carrick and his bosses, formal talks over the terms of any contract have yet to begin.

Q&A

When will Manchester United start talks with Michael Carrick about his future?

Talks with Michael Carrick are expected to begin before Manchester United's final game against Brighton on May 24.

Who else is being considered for the Manchester United head coach position?

While Manchester United has reached out to other potential candidates, they have prioritized discussions with Michael Carrick first.

What factors have influenced Manchester United's decision to consider Carrick for the head coach role?

Carrick's popularity with players, media handling, understanding of the club's heritage, and positive results on the pitch have influenced the decision.