It’s shaping up to be a thrilling Thursday morning for Manchester United fans, as transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the club is "set to open talks" with club legend Michael Carrick about taking over the managerial hot seat on a permanent basis. This update follows a report from Laurie Whitwell, who revealed yesterday that Carrick has emerged as the top choice for technical director Jason Wilcox and football chief Omar Berrara to lead the squad into the 2026/27 season and beyond.

Carrick, who dedicated 12 years of his playing career to the Red Devils, is said to be "open and excited" about the opportunity to manage his former club full-time. The next step? Getting co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe on board to sign off on the decision, after which it will be a matter of finalizing the contract details. INEOS, the club’s ownership group, did their homework by considering alternatives like Andoni Iraola and Unai Emery, but Carrick’s impressive run has made the choice clear.

Since taking over as interim boss in mid-January, Carrick has swiftly fulfilled his primary task: securing Champions League qualification. His record in the dugout now stands at 10 wins, three draws, and just two losses, making United one of the Premier League’s most in-form teams. He’s also delivered statement victories over arch-rivals Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool, earning the backing of the Old Trafford faithful. With previous managerial experience at Middlesbrough under his belt, Carrick is proving he has the chops to lead this iconic club forward. For fans looking to rep their support during this exciting new chapter, it might be time to grab some fresh United gear—because the Carrick era is just getting started.