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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 1,737 articles about Michael Carrick. Articles 1 to 40:
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Man United vs. Aston Villa team news: Michael Carrick makes two changes for mammoth Premier League showdown
Manchester United and Aston Villa announce their starting lineups for Sunday's Premier League fixture at Old Trafford.12:52
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils head coach Michael Carrick delivers Morgan Rogers verdict amid Old Trafford links
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick admits that he has been surprised by how much of an impact Morgan Rogers has had in the Premier League.16:43
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Man United vs. Aston Villa: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Premier League clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Aston Villa.14:05
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe delivers Michael Carrick verdict as Man United put together 'managerial shortlist'
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe praises Michael Carrick for his impact at Old Trafford but has refused to reveal whether the 44-year-old could secure the job on a full-time basis.Mar 14, 13:03
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Manchester United transfer news: Manuel Ugarte reveals mood at Old Trafford amid playing-time struggles
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte reveals his current mood at Old Trafford amid his struggles for game time under different managers.Mar 14, 10:10
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Next Man United manager: Mauricio Pochettino's Old Trafford job chances 'revealed' amid Spurs return links
Manchester United are reportedly not considering former Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino in their search for a new head coach.Mar 14, 00:22
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Man United vs. Aston Villa: Michael Carrick bidding to join exclusive list when Red Devils host top-four rivals
Michael Carrick will aim to join an exclusive list when Manchester United welcome Aston Villa to Old Trafford in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.Mar 13, 21:19
Man United put together 'five-man shortlist' of Michael Carrick replacements including three current Premier League managers
Manchester United reportedly put together a shortlist which consists of five names to potentially replace Michael Carrick at the helm this summer.Mar 13, 20:37
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Man Utd 'battle' multiple Premier League clubs to sign Ukrainian gem
Manchester United reportedly face competition from several Premier League clubs to sign highly-rated Ukrainian talent Taras Mykhavko in the summer window.Mar 13, 20:11
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Man United news: Giuseppe Rossi believes this manager is 'what's needed' for Red Devils long-term
Giuseppe Rossi - speaking exclusively to Sports Mole - gives on who should be the next permanent Manchester United manager.Mar 13, 19:53
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Man Utd predicted XI vs. Aston Villa: Possible lineup for Premier League clash
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United could line up for their Premier League match with Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon.Mar 13, 16:28
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Michael Carrick addresses Man Utd forward's future with Old Trafford exit imminent
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick comments on Jadon Sancho's struggles at Old Trafford.Mar 13, 14:24
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JJ Gabriel: Man United head coach Michael Carrick delivers verdict as generational talent continues to shine
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has brands JJ Gabriel "a big talent", with the 15-year-old again training with the first team this week.Mar 13, 13:56
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Man United vs. Aston Villa: Red Devils receive major injury boost for key Premier League contest
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick reveals that Mason Mount is back with the first-team group ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.Mar 13, 13:44
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All-time Premier League Manager of the Month list: Where does Man City’s Pep Guardiola rank after winning February award?
Pep Guardiola is named Premier League Manager of the Month for February, but where does the Manchester City boss rank on the all-time list?Mar 13, 13:32
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Preview:Manchester United vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 13, 09:31
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Man United teenager Diego Leon opens up on Michael Carrick message after tough first season in England
Manchester United defender Diego Leon admits that he has found it tough to settle in England during his first season with the Red Devils.Mar 12, 17:57
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West Ham United vs. Manchester City: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester City and West Ham United.Mar 12, 08:00
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils receive Yan Diomande 'boost' as RB Leipzig's asking price is 'revealed'
RB Leipzig would be willing to sell in-demand attacker Yan Diomande for between £51.8m and £69m during this summer's transfer window, according to a report.Mar 11, 17:52
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Manchester United transfer news: Marcus Rashford 'twist' as Barcelona move could hinge on one crucial factor
Marcus Rashford's permanent move from Manchester United to Barcelona in the summer reportedly takes a 'twist', with a transfer hinging on one crucial factor.Mar 11, 01:32
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Man United: How Kobbie Mainoo went from forgotten man to crucial figure under Michael Carrick
Trivela explores how Kobbie Mainoo went from being forgotten to flourishing at Manchester United under Michael Carrick.Mar 10, 08:29
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Bruno Fernandes future: Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano issues 'update' on Man United captain
Bruno Fernandes is likely to stay at Manchester United this summer if the Red Devils secure a return to the Champions League for next season.Mar 9, 18:20
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Man Utd view former Premier League boss as 'serious candidate' for top job at Old Trafford
Roberto De Zerbi is viewed by Manchester United as a serious candidate to become their new head coach this summer, according to a report.Mar 9, 12:59
Manchester United transfer news: Premier League defender of 'interest' to Michael Carrick but rival ready to act in summer
Manchester United are reportedly interested in a Premier League defender, though they may face competition from a rival in the summer.Mar 9, 00:37
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Manchester United transfer news: Premier League defender set to be at centre of 'battle' between Red Devils and Liverpool
Manchester United may reportedly have to defeat Liverpool in the race to sign a Premier League defender in the summer transfer window.Mar 8, 00:33
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Michael Carrick: Ex-Man Utd defender slams Gary Neville, Paul Scholes and Roy Keane for piling on interim Red Devils boss
Former Manchester United defender hits back at ex-teammates Gary Neville, Paul Scholes and Roy Keane over their public treatment of Michael Carrick.Mar 6, 18:47
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'join race' for Fulham starlet wanted by two Premier League rivals
Manchester United allegedly become the latest club to join the race for a Fulham starlet who may leave Craven Cottage at the end of the season.Mar 6, 15:05
Manchester United draw up five-man manager shortlist, Carrick "not the front runner"
Despite the excellent form shown by the Red Devils since Michael Carrick's arrival, Manchester United remain active in the managerial market. Here is a full update on the situation.Mar 6, 07:40
Man Utd transfer news: Journalist drops major update on left-sided attacker pursuit amid Yan Diomande links
Manchester United "will go big" in their attempts to sign a left-sided attacker during this summer's transfer window, claims journalist Ben Jacobs.Mar 6, 06:47
Man United's defeat at Newcastle highlights need for Red Devils to make major signing in key area this summer
Manchester United's defeat to Newcastle United on Wednesday demonstrated the club's need for a new left-sided attacker during this summer's transfer window.Mar 5, 08:37
Man Utd ace set for spell on the sidelines after limping away from St James' Park on Wednesday night
Manchester United's Noussair Mazraoui was seen limping away from St James' Park on Wednesday night following his side's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United.Mar 5, 08:23
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Newcastle 2-1 Man Utd: William Osula sets Premier League record with dramatic winner
William Osula delivers a landmark Premier League moment against Manchester United with late winning goal for Newcastle United.Mar 5, 00:50
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Kobbie Mainoo's 'lingering' issues mean Man United future is far from certain
Kobbie Mainoo still has 'lingering' issues with Manchester United despite his turnaround at Old Trafford, according to a report.Mar 4, 11:43
Bruno Fernandes latest: Two 'key factors' will determine Man United captain's future at Old Trafford
Manchester United's pursuit of Champions League football and the identity of their head coach will reportedly be decisive factors when it comes to Bruno Fernandes' future.Mar 4, 11:10
Man United manager search: Michael Carrick looking to the future as 44-year-old moves into pole position for long-term Old Trafford job
Michael Carrick says that he is planning for the long term at Manchester United, with the Englishman not making any decisions based on "short-term or quick fixes".Mar 4, 10:47
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils head coach Michael Carrick makes major admission amid ongoing Yan Diomande links
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick confirms that the club are interested in signing a left-sided attacker during this summer's transfer window.Mar 4, 09:48
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Team News: Newcastle United vs. Manchester United injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash between Newcastle United and Manchester United.Mar 3, 20:15
Manchester United transfer news: Stance on possible 'significant' sale of midfielder to Premier League rivals revealed
Manchester United's stance on selling a midfielder to a Premier League rival is reportedly revealed amid links with an exit from Old Trafford ahead of the summer.Mar 3, 00:00
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Man United ace backs Harry Maguire for new contract at Old Trafford as centre-back continues to excel under Michael Carrick
Manchester United centre-back Diogo Dalot backs teammate Harry Maguire to earn a new contract at Old Trafford.Mar 2, 18:07
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Three managers Crystal Palace could hire to succeed Oliver Glasner, including one ex-Eagle
Sports Mole takes a look at three managers who Crystal Palace could hire to take over from Oliver Glasner, including a former Eagles player.Mar 2, 16:27
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