Official: Man United announce appointment of Michael Carrick as interim head coach

Manchester United have announced that Michael Carrick has been appointed as interim head coach. Carrick unveiled United have released a statement, officially unveiling Carrick, who will see out the remainder of the 2025/26 campaign. Reacting to the appointment, Carrick said, “Having the responsibility to lead Manchester United is an honour.” “I know what it takes to succeed here; my focus is now on helping the players to reach the standards that we expect at this incredible club, which we know that this group is more than capable of producing.” “I have worked with a number of the players already and have obviously continued to watch the team closely in recent years, I have total belief in their talents, dedication and ability to be successful here.” “There is still a lot to fight for this season, we are ready to pull everyone together and give the fans the performances that their loyal support deserves.” United’s director of football, Jason Wilcox, remarked, “Michael is an excellent coach and knows exactly what it takes to win at Manchester United.” “He is ready to lead our talented and determined group of players for the remainder of the season as we continue to build the club towards regular and sustained success.” United have also confirmed that Carrick’s coaching staff will consist of Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, Travis Binnion, Jonny Evans and Craig Mawson. Darren Fletcher will return to his role as lead coach of the Under-18s. Carrick facing big job Carrick temporarily takes over from Ruben Amorim, who was sacked last week after 14 months in charge of the team. Amorim endured a tough time at United, which saw him struggle to attain consistent results and performances. He often came under pressure for his perceived tactical inflexibility, which saw him rarely diverge from his controversial 3-4-3 formation. Amorim’s final straw came when he launched a scathing attack on his bosses, after which reports surfaced that his relationship with Wilcox was strained. With United eliminated from the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, and with no European football this season, their entire campaign now hinges on the Premier League. Carrick’s primary task is to motivate a squad facing a significantly reduced schedule of just one match per week. The Red Devils currently lie in seventh place in the table, three points adrift of Liverpool in fourth. Carrick’s first assignment is a Saturday meeting with cross-town rivals Manchester City at Old Trafford. The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!