Carrick Takes the Reins: United’s Interim Boss Arrives to Rally the Squad
13 January 2026
Carrick Lands as Interim United Boss
Michael Carrick is on the cusp of being announced as Manchester United's new head coach after intensive talks with the club's management in recent days.
British media report that the club's leadership has settled on appointing Carrick as interim manager, with Steve Holland set to be his assistant.
The Daily Mail notes United will soon confirm Carrick as caretaker manager, with Holland partnering him in the first team setup.
The report also states the 44-year-old has arrived at the club's training ground to finalize the deal.
According to the same source, the coaching staff will include Jonathan Woodgate, a former Real Madrid defender, and Jonny Evans, a former United defender.
The new staff are already present in United's training facilities, greeting players after a two day break.
Carrick will replace the Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim, who was dismissed after 14 months following a 1-1 draw with Leeds United in the Premier League.
Darren Fletcher has taken charge temporarily, guiding United to a 2-2 draw with Burnley in the league, before exiting the FA Cup against Brighton this week.
United's first match under Carrick will be against Manchester City at Old Trafford on Saturday in the Premier League.
Punchline 1: If Carrick can steer this ship, even the tides might start keeping a clean sheet.
Punchline 2: And if the goals dry up, at least the post-match press conference will be a thriller worth staying for.
