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Michael Carrick is the new head coach of Middlesbrough

Carrick appointed as Middlesbrough boss

Michael Carrick has been appointed as Middlesbrough's new head coach, the Sky Bet Championship club has announced.

Michael Carrick in his days as caretaker manager at Manchester United

Middlesbrough closing in on deal to appoint Carrick

There is work still to be done to secure an agreement with the 41-year-old former Manchester United assistant, but Boro are hopeful of doing just that within days.

Soccer • 18 Oct 22

Manchester United legend Alex Ferguson was paying his first visit to Punchestown

Alex Ferguson reacts to Ten Hag's United appointment

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson believes that the struggling club 'needs someone to take control' as he wished incoming boss Erik Ten Hag all the best in his new role.

Soccer • 27 Apr 22

Michael Carrick will leave Manchester United with immediate effect

Carrick leaves United after unbeaten caretaker spell

Michael Carrick will step down as Manchester United's first-team coach and leave the club following the conclusion of his spell as caretaker manager, the Premier League side have announced.

Soccer • 02 Dec 21

Michael Carrick (R) started Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench against Chelsea

Carrick: It's a myth that Ronaldo doesn't press

Michael Carrick has no doubt Cristiano Ronaldo will thrive under Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United.

Soccer • 02 Dec 21

Manchester United have beaten Villareal and drawn with Chelsea since Michael Carrick took over as caretaker manager

Carrick insists he's picking United team for Arsenal

Manchester United caretaker manager Michael Carrick says he has not yet spoken to incoming interim boss Ralf Rangnick.

Soccer • 01 Dec 21

Michael Carrick will remain in charge as Ralf Rangnick's work visa is yet to be finalised.

Carrick to stay in charge for Arsenal showdown

Manchester United caretaker boss Michael Carrick will remain in charge for Thursday's Premier League against Arsenal, the club have confirmed.

Soccer • 30 Nov 21

Carrick speaks to Donny van de Beek after the game

Carrick rejects notion Rangnick picked Man United team

Michael Carrick has insisted Ralf Rangnick had no influence on Manchester United's line-up in the 1-1 draw at Chelsea.

Soccer • 28 Nov 21

Michael Carrick is expected to step down in the coming days with Ralf Rangnick due to take over at Old Trafford

Carrick: United players can adapt to any style

Michael Carrick believes Manchester United's players have the ability to adapt to any type of coach ahead of Ralf Rangnick's expected arrival at Old Trafford.

Soccer • 26 Nov 21

Michael Carrick celebrates the win at the Estadio de la Ceramica

Carrick hails Manchester United's team spirit

Michael Carrick believes Manchester United's players showed their character as they delivered a 2-0 win over Villarreal in the first game since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sacking on Sunday.

Soccer • 24 Nov 21

Michael Carrick is the Manchester United manager for now

Updated Carrick calls for focus after 'emotional' Ole exit

Michael Carrick wants Manchester United players to quickly refocus on Tuesday's Champions League trip to Villarreal after paying an "emotional" farewell to sacked manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Soccer • 22 Nov 21

Jose Mourinho and Mauricio Pochettino are good friends

'He ticks all the boxes' - Cunningham on Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino ticks all the boxes to become Manchester United manager, according to former Ireland captain Kenny Cunningham.

Soccer • 18 Dec 18

Michael Carrick became a coach under Mourinho at United this season

Carrick: Mourinho on a par with Alex Ferguson

Manchester United captain-turned-coach Michael Carrick loves working with the "great Jose Mourinho", who he believes is one of the best managerial minds of the past 30 years along with Alex Ferguson.

Soccer • 12 Oct 18

'I describe it as depression because it wasn't a one-off thing.'

Carrick felt 'depressed' after Champions League loss

Michael Carrick has said he suffered with depression following Manchester United's Champions League final defeat to Barcelona in 2009.

Soccer • 09 Oct 18

Relations appear to be at a low point between Paul Pogba and Jose Mourinho

WATCH: Sparks fly between Pogba and Mourinho

Footage has emerged of an apparent training ground disagreement between Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba, just one day after Pogba was stripped of the vice-captaincy at the club.

Soccer • 26 Sep 18

'It is an unbelievable opportunity for me. I look forward to working with him and learning from him.'

Carrick relishing coaching opportunity under Mourinho

Michael Carrick says he is relishing the chance to move into coaching under Jose Mourinho at Man United.

Soccer • 14 May 18

Michael Carrick has heaped praise on his former manager Alex Ferguson

Carrick hails Ferguson's global influence

Manchester United captain Michael Carrick believes the wide-reaching influence of Alex Ferguson has been reflected in the messages of goodwill pouring in from all over the world.

Soccer • 08 May 18

Michael Carrick won a total of 34 England caps, the last coming three years ago against Spain

'Depressed' Carrick asked to be overlooked by England

Michael Carrick has revealed he asked not to be picked for England after becoming "depressed" on international duty.

Soccer • 19 Apr 18

Michael Carrick: 'There comes a time when as much as you don't like it, it's time to stop playing football.'

Michael Carrick to hang up boots at end of the season

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has announced he will retire from playing at the end of the season.

Soccer • 12 Mar 18

Michael Carrick says he's recovered after cardiac concerns

Michael Carrick says he's 'ok' after heart concerns

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has undergone a procedure to treat an irregular heart rhythm and hopes to make a swift return to action.

Soccer • 24 Nov 17

Ander Herrera has struggled for game-time so far this season

Mourinho tells Carrick and Herrera to be patient

Michael Carrick and Ander Herrera have hardly featured in Manchester United's early Premier League campaign but manager Jose Mourinho has assured the duo they are vital to his plans.

Soccer • 20 Sep 17

Carrick in action against City in Houston

Carrick not content unless United compete for title

Manchester United cannot be content with a top-four finish and must target the Premier League title next season, captain Michael Carrick has said.

Soccer • 21 Jul 17

Romelu Lukaku in training with Manchester United

'The jump is massive' - Carrick warning for Lukaku

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku will need to deal with a "massive jump" after switching to Old Trafford from Everton earlier this month, club captain Michael Carrick has said.

Soccer • 17 Jul 17

Michael Carrick has been given the armband

Michael Carrick named Manchester United captain

Michael Carrick has been confirmed as the new captain of Manchester United following Wayne Rooney's exit.

Soccer • 11 Jul 17

Michael Carrick wants a second European trophy

Carrick 'desperate' for Europa League success

Michael Carrick is "desperate" to end the season - and perhaps his Manchester United career - with Europa League glory.

Soccer • 10 May 17