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Romano: Carrick Favored as United Seeks Top-Five Finish

5/3/2026

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Fabrizio Romano says Michael Carrick is the clear favourite to become Manchester United’s permanent manager.
Carrick, 44, has won nine of his 13 games since taking charge in January.
United need two more points from four games to finish top five and reach the Champions League.
The club will take its time before naming a successor to Ruben Amorim and is also eyeing former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola.

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Fabrizio Romano says Michael Carrick is the clear favourite to become Manchester United’s permanent manager.
Carrick, 44, has won nine of his 13 games since taking charge in January.
United need two more points from four games to finish top five and reach the Champions League.
The club will take its time before naming a successor to Ruben Amorim and is also eyeing former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola.