‌United's impressive upturn in both performances and results under Carrick has already fuelled suggestions that he could be a genuine contender to land the head coach position on a longer contract. Nicky Butt was in agreement and believes Carrick will know the score in that his chances of becoming Manchester United's long-term head coach are slim. "I think Michael is that bright and intelligent, he’ll understand the job that he’s got," Butt added. ‌"His next job, if he wants to stay in football as a manager for another club, would be a good job if he does well here." Scholes then suggested Carrick could take charge of another of his old teams, Tottenham Hotspur, saying: "It could be like a Tottenham manager from this [for Carrick].

Source: Daily Mirror January 27, 2026 07:40 UTC