Michael Carrick has agreed to a two-year deal to become Manchester United’s permanent head coach, Eduhintzus.com reports. The agreement also contains an option year, which means he could remain United’s manager until 2029.
The final details of the contract are still underway, with an announcement expected inside the next 48 hours. United will have their final home of the season against Nothingham Forest played on Sunday, with the club hoping to finalise the contract before the game.
Carrick has been the frontrunner for the United job, following an impressive stint as an interim boss. The United legend took up the appointment after Reuben Amorim was sacked. Under his leadership, the Red Devils have won 10 games, drew three and lost two. They also went from seventh on the table under Amorim to third, qualifying for the Champions League next season.
As a result, the former United player, who won five titles for the club, earned an endorsement from the club’s hierarchy that includes director of football Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada. They reportedly settled for Carrick due to his popularity with the playing squad, his handling of the media, and his inherent understanding of the club’s culture.
