Carrick Set for Permanent United Deal as Tottenham Eye Set-Piece Coach

Manchester United are preparing to hand Michael Carrick a permanent managerial role, with the club offering terms running through 2029 including an extension clause. The proposal comes after Sir Jim Ratcliffe has given the green light for his appointment following strong backing from INEOS leadership.

Carrick's interim credentials speak for themselves. Since taking charge in January following Ruben Amorim's departure, he's steered the club to ten victories from fifteen matches—a record that's hauled United back into Champions League qualification territory. The momentum suggests a resolution could materialise before the final home fixture against Nottingham Forest.

The managerial setup appears set to remain largely intact should Carrick's appointment be formalised. Steve Holland is expected to continue in his coaching role, while Jonathan Woodgate and Jonny Evans are lined up for fresh deals of their own. Goalkeeping coach Craig Mawson is also anticipated to extend his stay.

One notable addition to the backroom staff could see Andreas Georgson return to Manchester. The set-piece specialist joined Tottenham last summer but is being considered to rejoin United, where he proved popular during the 2024-25 campaign.

Speaking ahead of Sunday's clash with Nottingham Forest, Carrick remained tight-lipped on the specifics but confirmed clarity is coming shortly. "The future for me is going to be decided pretty soon, we knew that it was going to be towards the end of the season," he explained to assembled media. "Nothing has changed, there is no big swing on that. Whatever is beyond that is pretty close anyway."

On ambition moving forward, Carrick outlined his vision for sustained progress. "You've got to aim upwards," he said. "That's the beauty of football, the beauty of competition—to achieve something and back it up, that's the challenge. For the players, for the squad, for the whole group and football club we want to keep moving in a positive way and in the right direction. The closer you get to the top the less room for progress, but progress is what we're aiming for."