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Michael Carrick aims for winning football as Manchester United head coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:39 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Michael Carrick aims for winning football as Manchester United head coach

Summary

Michael Carrick, newly appointed as Manchester United head coach, expresses optimism for the upcoming season. He aims to implement 'winning and exciting' football after a successful interim tenure where he won 12 of 17 matches. Manchester United has returned to the Champions League after a two-year absence. The club has targeted strengthening its midfield, with an agreement in place for Brazil midfielder Ederson and negotiations ongoing for West Ham's Mateus Fernandes. United’s pre-season starts against Wrexham on July 18, just before the World Cup final.

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By the Numbers

•Carrick signs a two-year contract as head coach of Manchester United.
•United returns to the Champions League after a two-year gap.
•Ederson's transfer from Atalanta is confirmed pending the World Cup.
•Negotiations for Mateus Fernandes from West Ham are ongoing.
•Pre-season matches begin on July 18 against Wrexham.

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7:39 AMYahoo Sports — Carrick optimistic for new season

What they're saying

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New Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick says he is optimistic about the future and wants to bring "winning and exciting" football to Old Trafford. Carrick was given a two-year contract to take charge at United after doing an outstanding job after being appointed as interim boss following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim in January. United have qualified for the Champions League after a two-year absence and fans are looking forward to Friday's release of next season's Premier League fixtures with confidence.
— Yahoo Sports

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