Manchester United has confirmed that Michael Carrick will continue as head coach of the men’s first team after signing a new contract that runs until 2028.
Carrick, who returned to the club in January, has made an immediate impact, earning the Premier League Manager of the Month award following early wins over Manchester City and Arsenal in his opening matches.
Under his leadership, United have secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League, recording 11 wins from 16 matches and registering the highest Premier League points tally since his arrival.
Carrick’s Legacy as a Player
Carrick, one of Manchester United’s most decorated players, made 464 appearances for the club, winning five Premier League titles, the FA Cup, two League Cups, the Champions League, the Europa League and the FIFA Club World Cup.
“From the moment that I arrived here 20 years ago, I felt the magic of Manchester United,” Carrick said. “Carrying the responsibility of leading this club fills me with immense pride.”
“Throughout the past five months, the players have shown resilience, togetherness and determination that define the club.
Now it is time to move forward together with ambition and purpose. Manchester United and its supporters deserve to compete for the biggest honours again.”
Leadership Endorsement from Club Management
Jason Wilcox, Man United director of football, said Carrick has earned the opportunity to continue leading the men’s team, citing strong results and alignment with club values and traditions.
He added that Carrick’s progress in securing Champions League qualification and building a winning culture at Carrington should not be understated.
United now enter a new phase under Carrick’s leadership, with expectations rising as the club aims to compete for major domestic and European honours in the coming seasons.
According to the club hierarchy, Carrick’s leadership has also strengthened the environment at Carrington, with players responding positively to his emphasis on discipline, unity and high-performance standards.
His approach is viewed as consistent with Manchester United’s long-standing identity of developing competitive, resilient teams capable of challenging at the highest level across all competitions.
This contract extension to 2028 is seen as a signal of stability and long-term planning within the club, as Manchester United look to consolidate their return to the UEFA Champions League and build sustained competitiveness in domestic football.
