The ex-West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur man had a three-game spell in charge back in 2021 but will now have 17 matches in charge at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils plan to seek a permanent appointment ahead of the summer, as they want a long-term successor to be in place before the start of next season. This campaign, Carrick will be tasked with getting United back into the Champions League places.
Their only focus remains the Premier League after they were knocked out of the FA Cup against Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon.
There has been some movement in the odds market, with prices slashed on two men for who will be appointed as United boss ahead of the first game of the 2026/27 campaign. With odds via Sky Bet, here’s the latest...
Odds - 33/1
1. Unai Emery
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Odds - 33/1
2. Eddie Howe
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Odds - 33/1
3. Mauricio Pochettino
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Odds - 33/1
4. Roberto De Zerbi
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