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Michael Carrick
Born: July 28, 1981
Height: 6' 2" (188cm)
Hometown: Wallsend, England
Nationality: 
English
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EnglishPosition: Defensive midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2006-2018 | Manchester United |
| Managerial | 2022-2025 | Middlesbrough |
Sports Mole has 1,784 articles about Michael Carrick. Articles 1 to 40:
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Why Man United could keep Joshua Zirkzee this summer despite Dutchman's struggles at Old Trafford
Atalanta BC reportedly join the race for Joshua Zirkzee, with the Netherlands international potentially leaving Manchester United this summer.09:27
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Man United's Michael Carrick decision becoming obvious as Red Devils star reveals 44-year-old has support of the dressing room
Manchester United attacker Amad Diallo brands Michael Carrick "the right man" to be appointed the club's head coach on a permanent basis.09:33
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Manchester United midfield rebuild: Italian giants 'set condition' for big-money swoop
A Manchester United midfielder could reportedly move to a Serie A heavyweight on one condition this summer.Apr 7, 02:22
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Man United news: 'Give him time' - Club legend urges Red Devils to stick with Carrick
One of the greatest players in Manchester United's history has given his verdict on the situation of Michael Carrick, whose future as permanent manager beyond the 2025-26 season is not yet assured.Apr 6, 08:01
Man United transfer news: 'Major' difference in budget revealed if Michael Carrick secures Champions League football
Manchester United reportedly learn how valuable securing Champions League football will be to their finances ahead of the summer transfer window.Apr 5, 23:04
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Man United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes 'urges' club to sign Premier League midfielder in opportunistic summer deal
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reportedly urges the club to sign a Premier League midfielder in what could be an opportunistic deal.Apr 5, 14:00
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Man United wonderkid with "elite technical" quality could be Michael Carrick's ace in the pack next season
Manchester United Under-21s head coach Adam Lawrence backs Shea Lacey to become a regular first-team player for the Red Devils in the coming years.Apr 3, 10:44
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Man United transfer news: Why Premier League success could lead to 'challenging' Andre Onana problem
Manchester United's success in the Premier League this season could reportedly lead to a problem with goalkeeper Andre Onana, who left on loan last summer.Apr 3, 00:01
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Man United 'identify' long-term Harry Maguire replacement as February meeting is 'revealed'
Manchester United allegedly held a meeting with the representatives of Jarrad Branthwaite in February, with the Red Devils still keen on the Everton centre-back.Apr 2, 17:57
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Man United star delivers Michael Carrick verdict while taking apparent swipe at "complicated" Ruben Amorim tactics
Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens suggests that Ruben Amorim's tactics during his time as Red Devils head coach were "too complicated".Apr 1, 09:48
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Man United transfer news: Elliot Anderson latest as 'major' development takes place amid Man City interest
Manchester United reportedly receive a major update about Elliot Anderson, who is said to be attracting interest from rivals Manchester City.Mar 31, 23:31
Man Utd news: Michael Carrick handed big injury boost as update emerges before Dublin training camp
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been handed a big injury boost ahead of his side's planned training camp in Dublin, Ireland next week.Mar 31, 15:30
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Manchester United’s midfield makeover: Four players Red Devils could target this summer
Sports Mole looks at four players Manchester United could target to bolster their midfield this summer.Mar 30, 21:07
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Man United transfer news: 'Momentum' in race for Newcastle midfielder as Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes decision made
Manchester United reportedly have momentum in the race for a Newcastle United midfielder, with Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes linked with moves to Old Trafford.Mar 30, 00:14
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Man United transfer news: ‘Cursory conversations’ held with West Ham star ‘appreciated’ by Jason Wilcox
Manchester United reportedly open talks with the camp of a West Ham United star, appreciated by director of football Jason Wilcox, ahead of the summer transfer window.Mar 29, 13:40
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Man United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes 'supports' signing Premier League midfield alternative to Elliot Anderson
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reportedly endorses the club's plans to sign a Premier League alternative to Elliot Anderson.Mar 27, 19:36
Man Utd candidate 'closing in' on manager's job following major contract update
Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick is reportedly moving closer to securing the role on a full-time basis.Mar 27, 16:56
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Man United transfer news: Midfield 'agreement' reached as Michael Carrick looks for reinforcements in crucial summer window
Manchester United reportedly reach a midfield agreement, with the club on the lookout for reinforcements ahead of a crucial summer transfer window.Mar 27, 01:49
Michael Carrick future: Senior Man Utd figure says interim boss should be “right into the mix” for permanent manager job
A senior figure at Manchester United believes that current interim head coach Michael Carrick should be "right in the mix" for the permanent job at Old Trafford.Mar 26, 14:17
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Harry Maguire's true feelings on Ruben Amorim revealed after Portuguese's difficult spell at Man United
Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire backs former Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim to go on and enjoy a successful managerial career.Mar 26, 09:42
Harry Maguire drops major hint over Man United future: Should the Red Devils extend 33-year-old's contract?
Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire drops a major hint over his future, with the England international's contract due to expire at the end of the season.Mar 26, 08:48
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Man United's plans for 'intensive' training camp 'revealed' as Red Devils look to boost Champions League hopes
Manchester United will allegedly head to the Republic of Ireland for an 'intensive' training camp ahead of their next match against Leeds United.Mar 25, 17:08
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Man United injury news: Fresh Matthijs de Ligt update 'emerges' after Michael Carrick's recent admission
Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt reportedly still hopes that he will be able to make his return from a back injury before the end of the 2025-26 campaign.Mar 25, 09:51
Man Utd's Carrick dilemma: The 'internal stance' on making the interim manager permanent
Manchester United officials adopt a measured approach to the permanent head coach role as Michael Carrick’s transformation of the side continues.Mar 23, 23:20
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Man Utd transfer decision made as Euro club 'seriously' interested in 25y/o attacker
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly seriously interested in signing Manchester United flop Jadon Sancho who is certain to leave Old Trafford in the summer window.Mar 23, 19:35
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Manchester United injury news: Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko latest after international duty withdrawals
Manchester United duo Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko withdraw from international duty with their respective nations over the March break.Mar 23, 15:22
Man United transfer news: Red Devils considering 'surprise swoop' for Premier League ace after Michael Carrick recommendation
Manchester United reportedly consider making a move for Everton midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall during this summer's transfer window.Mar 23, 12:06
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Man United's 10 greatest ever teams: Which side sits in first position?
Sports Mole picks out the 10 greatest teams in the history of Manchester United, including their treble-winning side from 1998-99.Mar 23, 10:42
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Man United transfer news: Premier League target in 'isolation' after diagnosis as busy summer window approaches
A reported Manchester United target is in isolation after they receive a diagnosis, and they could be one of a number of signings in the summer transfer window.Mar 23, 01:28
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Not surprised: Steven Gerrard shares how 'smiling' Man Utd star was easy win for Michael Carrick
Steven Gerrard says Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo was wrongly treated by Ruben Amorim, and praises Michael Carrick for bringing him back into the fold.Mar 22, 15:00
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Man United considering spectacular Casemiro U-turn as 'internal discussions held' over Brazilian's future
Manchester United reportedly reopen internal discussions surrounding Casemiro's future, with the midfielder potentially being offered the chance to stay at Old Trafford.Mar 21, 16:28
Man United duo in line for new contracts with paperwork to be signed 'next month'
Manchester United duo Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo are allegedly close to agreeing terms over new contracts with the 20-time English champions.Mar 21, 15:28
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick furious with penalty decisions that lead to Bournemouth draw
Interim boss Michael Carrick labels some of the decisions that lead to Manchester United being held to a 2-2 draw by Bournemouth as "crazy" and "astonishing".Mar 21, 10:17
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Man United equal unwanted 21-year-old Premier League record in frustrating Bournemouth draw
Manchester United equal a 21-year-old unwanted record with a frustrating 2-2 draw against Bournemouth in Friday's Premier League clash.Mar 20, 23:49
Matthijs de Ligt injury latest: Could Man United centre-back miss the remainder of the season?
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick admits that Matthijs de Ligt could miss the remainder of the 2025-26 campaign with his troublesome back injury.Mar 20, 11:28
Bournemouth vs. Man United: Michael Carrick boost as Andoni Iraola star ruled out due to injury ahead key Premier League game
Manchester United receive a significant boost ahead of their Premier League clash with Bournemouth on Friday, with a key opposition player ruled out.Mar 20, 01:08
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Bournemouth vs. Man United: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Premier League clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Friday's Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Manchester United.Mar 19, 10:57
Man United transfer news: Joshua Zirkzee decision made as favourites 'emerge' for struggling Red Devils forward
Juventus emerge as the favourites for Joshua Zirkzee, as the forward prepares to leave Manchester United this summer.Mar 19, 09:48
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils join Liverpool in race for '£52m-rated' Bundesliga defender
Manchester United reportedly join Liverpool in the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nathaniel Brown.Mar 19, 01:08
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Michael Carrick backs Man United trio for England recalls ahead of 2026 World Cup
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick backs Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo to earn recalls to the England squad on Friday.Mar 18, 16:44
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