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Hardly anyone would have picked Carrick to be Man Utd boss - but now?

27 Jan, 2026

Hardly anyone would have picked Carrick to be Man Utd boss - but now?:

As Michael Carrick's perfect start at Manchester United continues, is he building a case for the job longer term?

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