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Why Carrick's Man Utd coaches are more than just 'a bunch of his mates'

26 Jan, 2026

Why Carrick's Man Utd coaches are more than just 'a bunch of his mates':

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains the thinking behind Michael Carrick's backroom staff appointments at Manchester United, and what a manager wants from those roles.

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