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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 1,977 articles about Michael Carrick. Articles 1 to 40:
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Andrey Santos: £50m Man United signing makes huge Michael Carrick claim after joining from Chelsea
Andrey Santos delivers a glowing verdict on Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick following confirmation of his £50m transfer from Chelsea to Old Trafford.15:04
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Man United transfer news: Aston Villa star in 'advanced talks' to become surprise Ederson alternative
Manchester United are allegedly on the brink of signing a Premier League star as a surprise alternative to Atalanta BC midfielder Ederson.11:40
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Man United transfer news: Major Ederson update as Atalanta make fitness 'claim' amid Michael Carrick concerns
Atalanta make a claim about Ederson's fitness, with his move to Manchester United appearing to be at risk, while Michael Carrick faces a serious midfield concern.23:55
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Man Utd to beat Man City and three other Premier League clubs to £50m signing after ‘enquiries made’
Manchester United reportedly fend off interest from four Premier League clubs, including rivals Manchester City, to win the race for a £50m midfielderJul 11, 14:38
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Man United transfer news: Ederson development leads to Red Devils 'making contact' for former target
Manchester United allegedly rejoin the race to sign a former midfielder target with doubts creeping in over the transfer of Atalanta BC star Ederson.Jul 11, 12:04
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Man United pre-season fixtures: Schedule, how to watch and kickoff times
Sports Mole runs through everything you need to know about Manchester United's 2026-27 pre-season, including fixtures, schedule, how to watch and kickoff times.Jul 9, 15:43
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Man Utd transfer news: Ederson medical 'delay raises late questions over £38.8m deal
Manchester United are on the brink of a £38.8m deal for Ederson, but unusually detailed medical checks are quietly slowing the big reveal.Jul 9, 00:28
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Ruben Amorim opens up on Man United struggles as Portuguese concedes "mistakes" were made
New AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim concedes that he made "mistakes" during his period in charge of Manchester United.Jul 8, 20:50
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Man United transfer news: Michael Carrick learns £21m 'demand' for midfielder but he faces Premier League competition
Manchester United reportedly learn the price that they will have to pay to sign a midfielder, but they are set to face Premier League competition for his signature.Jul 7, 19:21
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Man United's chances of signing Aurelien Tchouameni rest on 'key factor' as Casemiro deal is referenced
Manchester United reportedly need Aurelien Tchouameni to ask to leave Real Madrid this summer to stand any chance of signing the France international.Jul 6, 12:24
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Man United transfer news: Why 'direct' talks for £25m World Cup winger are contingent on Marcus Rashford future
Manchester United reportedly hold talks with a World Cup winger, but the club's plans to bring him in may depend on the future of Marcus Rashford.Jul 3, 00:39
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Man Utd’s squad stance over Marcus Rashford return made clear by senior figure with “amazing relationship”
Marcus Rashford is publicly backed by one of his long-serving teammates to be re-integrated into Manchester United's first-team squad for next season.Jul 2, 12:50
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Everton transfer news: David Moyes beats Man United to £16m signing of “promising” midfielder
Everton beat Manchester United and other Premier League clubs to the £16m signing of a "promising" midfielder.Jul 2, 10:28
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils, Everton 'show interest' in new free agent
Manchester United and Everton may allegedly do battle for the signing of a player who officially became a free agent on Wednesday.Jul 1, 15:52
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Marcus Rashford: Why latest Man United developments are a blow for Tottenham
Manchester United are reportedly ready to welcome Marcus Rashford back at Old Trafford, and the development is bad news for Tottenham Hotspur.Jun 30, 15:29
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Manchester United transfer news: Rashford and Red Devils take steps towards each other as return remains possible
Marcus Rashford could be set for a surprise return to Manchester United after Barcelona opted against activating his purchase option, with both parties understood to have taken steps towards a potential reunion.Jun 30, 10:24
Man Utd transfer news: Marcus Rashford transfer 'preference' revealed amid Tottenham link
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford reportedly does not fancy moving to any Premier League club amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur.Jun 27, 16:43
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils 'join' Chelsea in race to sign £69.3m defender
Manchester United reportedly join Chelsea in the race to sign Uruguayan defender Maxi Araujo in the summer transfer window.Jun 26, 19:48
Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils make 'direct contact' to sign La Liga attacker
Manchester United reportedly make direct contact to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, who is also wanted by Arsenal and Barcelona.Jun 25, 16:07
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Man United transfer news: Three new targets ‘identified’ including one Premier League player
Three goalkeepers reportedly emerge as targets for Michael Carrick’s Manchester United in the summer transfer window.Jun 25, 07:55
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Man Utd transfer news: Michael Carrick handed boost after £56m star 'makes decision' on Old Trafford future
Manchester United confront a pivotal summer as speculation grows around a star player and a key release clause.Jun 25, 00:31
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Mateus Fernandes 'opened' doors to Man Utd and Tottenham move as transfer criteria revealed
West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes reportedly opens the door to both Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur moves.Jun 24, 20:33
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Man United transfer news: Premier League striker 'admired' by Michael Carrick after impressive World Cup performance
Manchester United are reportedly strong admirers of a Premier League striker, who has impressed so far at the 2026 World Cup, fuelling speculation he could earn a move.Jun 24, 01:02
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Tottenham transfer news: Marcus Rashford ‘targeted’ as £40m decision is made over Man United forward
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, who spent last season on loan at Barcelona, is being targeted by Tottenham Hotspur this summer, according to a report.Jun 23, 07:05
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Manchester United transfer latest: Red Devils 'prepared' for major £25m loss in overhaul
Manchester United reportedly consider taking a major financial hit to reshape an area of Michael Carrick's squad.Jun 23, 01:54
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Man United transfer news: 'Agreement' reached with £80m midfielder but Michael Carrick faces battle with Premier League rival
Manchester United reportedly reach an agreement with a midfielder valued at £80m, but they are set to face competition from a Premier League rival for his signature.Jun 21, 13:27
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Man Utd transfer news: Ederson gives fresh update on Atalanta BC future amid Old Trafford links
Atalanta BC midfielder Ederson breaks silence on potential Manchester United move while with Brazil.Jun 21, 00:31
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Man United transfer news: Michael Carrick faces Liverpool 'challenge' for £52m Bundesliga midfielder this summer
Manchester United will reportedly have to beat Liverpool to a Bundesliga midfielder this summer transfer window, with the star valued at £52m.Jun 20, 17:20
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What percentage of Man United fans want Marcus Rashford to leave Old Trafford this summer?
A number of Manchester United fans have their say on Marcus Rashford's future at Old Trafford.Jun 19, 14:41
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Man United 2026-27 Premier League fixtures announced: Full list, key dates
Sports Mole brings you the full list of Manchester United's fixtures for the 2026-27 Premier League season, as well as key dates for your diary.Jun 19, 10:07
Man United 'make feelings clear' to Barcelona over second Marcus Rashford loan move
Manchester United are not prepared to enter into talks with Barcelona over another loan deal for Marcus Rashford, according to a report.Jun 18, 19:13
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Man Utd transfer news: Michael Carrick ‘in favour’ of selling Ruben Amorim target as Red Devils ‘set asking price’
Manchester United reportedly set their asking price for a player wanted by Ruben Amorim’s AC Milan this summer.Jun 18, 13:30
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Man United summer transfers: Michael Carrick's biggest priorities for 2026 window
Following the opening of the summer transfer window, Sports Mole looks at Manchester United's biggest priorities in the market ahead of the new season.Jun 17, 18:39
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils 'handed boost' in pursuit of £84m-valued Real Madrid star as Jose Mourinho's 'preference' is made known
Real Madrid reportedly keen to exploit Manchester United's interest in their £84m-valued midfielder to sign Premier League-based target.Jun 17, 18:09
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Man United transfer news: Why Michael Carrick is “unimpressed” in search for Elliot Anderson alternative amidst £120m deal
Manchester United are reportedly left unimpressed by one of the alternatives on the market to Elliot Anderson, who Manchester City may pay more than £100m for.Jun 16, 19:07
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils 'make enquiry' for West Ham attacker
Manchester United reportedly make enquiry for West Ham United attacker Crysencio Summerville, who could be available for around £50m.Jun 16, 16:10
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils move for desperate-to-leave star hits one 'big problem'
Manchester United reportedly make a major midfield move as Michael Carrick targets more elite technical quality ahead of a pivotal summer.Jun 16, 00:22
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Marcus Rashford transfer latest: Michael Carrick's stance 'revealed' as Man United return rumours gather pace
Michael Carrick reportedly opens the door for Marcus Rashford to make a spectacular return to Manchester United.Jun 15, 09:25
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Ayyoub Bouaddi: Why Arsenal, Liverpool, Man United are tracking Moroccan midfield superstar
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Ayyoub Bouaddi and why some top sides are taking a look at the Moroccan midfielder.Jun 14, 15:32
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils 'withdraw' from big-money chase for Premier League star
Manchester United officially withdraw from the race for a prized Premier League star to avoid a costly summer bidding war.Jun 11, 00:57
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