"The former United midfielder has impressed since taking interim charge in January, following the sacking of Ruben Amorim, guiding the club to Champions League qualification with games to spare. Wrapping up a top-three finish is now the target, with just one point needed across their final two games of the season against Nottingham Forest and Brighton."
"And United bosses have been sufficiently impressed to begin talks over making Carrick the permanent manager. According to Sky Sports, formal discussions are expected to begin between all parties ahead of United's final game of the season, which takes place on May 24. The report adds that it is not a guarantee that Carrick will land the job, with United having reached out to other potential candidates."
"But talks will Carrick are being prioritised, seemingly placing the head coach in pole position for the job. The United hierarchy have reportedly been impressed with how Carrick has handled the pressures of the job, from man-management of the squad to dealing with media responsibilities. A number of first-team players have come out in support of Carrick being appointed full-time, while the deciding factor was always going to be results, and Carrick has won 10 of his 15 games in charge and lost just two."
"The Mail add that Carrick's backroom team will also all be kept on, including Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, Jonny Evans and Travis Binnion."
Carrick has impressed as interim manager since taking charge in January after Ruben Amorim was sacked. The team secured Champions League qualification with games to spare and now aims to finish in the top three. United need one point across their final two matches against Nottingham Forest and Brighton to reach that goal. Club leadership has started discussions about making Carrick the permanent manager, with formal talks expected to begin before the final game on May 24. Carrick is not guaranteed to be appointed, as other candidates have been contacted, but talks with him are prioritized. The decision is tied to results, with Carrick winning 10 of 15 games and losing two, and players have supported his appointment. His backroom staff is also expected to be retained.
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