Luis Enrique has been linked with the Manchester United job this summer and was directly asked a question regarding his future
Luis Enrique speaks to fans whilst signing autographs
Luis Enrique answered a question regarding the Manchester United job(Image: TikTok/@Checko92i)
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Luis Enrique laughed at the suggestion of snubbing Manchester United while admitting he's keen to stay at Paris Saint-Germain. That's if comments made to a fan are anything to go by.
After Ruben Amorim was shown the exit in January, Michael Carrick has stepped into the Old Trafford hotseat to great effect. In his first nine games this season he has mustered an impressive seven wins and his side are now genuine top-four contenders.
However, despite how well Carrick has performed, he is not guaranteed to stay in the role beyond the season and is only contracted until the summer, when the supposed plan is to appoint a permanent head coach.
PSG boss Enrique is one of many reported names on United's shortlist. But a recent fan interaction perhaps indicates that the 55-year-old, whose deal in Paris expires in 2027, wants to stay put.
In a video circulating online, Enrique stopped his car to sign autographs for fans when one stated: "I hope you stay with PSG for a long time."
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The Spanish manager's reply was telling as he said: "Me too." The same fan then brought United into the mix and added: "Not at United though?" Enrique just laughed off this suggestion.
If this conversation is to be taken literally then Enrique wants to remain PSG boss. Latest reports suggest that while he is yet to come to a new agreement, his renewal is one of the French club's top priorities.
Regardless, a pair of former Premier League stars would rather keep Carrick at the wheel. Ex-Chelsea ace Jody Morris and former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott discussed the United job last month and came to a clear agreement.
Speaking on In The Mixer brought to you by Sky Bet, Morris said: "I have a lot of time for Michael Carrick. He was on my Pro Licence course and I've been on a few League Managers' Association things with him.
Head Coach Michael Carrick of Manchester United applauds fans following the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St James' Park
Carrick has gained many admirers at United(Image: Getty)
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"He's an astute student of the game. Straight away, he comes in and Kobbie Mainoo's in there and he's been brilliant. It would be criminal not to give him the job if he carries on."
Morris was then asked if he'd take Enrique over Carrick if he were available in the summer. He replied: "I'd still go with Carrick, because I honestly don't think Enrique would come to United."
Lescott agreed. He said: "I don't know if Enrique goes there because I don't think he sees them as genuine contenders. I think Carrick should get the job because I don't know if Enrique will help them become contenders.
"I think Carrick definitely does that. I think he has a stronger connection to the club, the fans, everything to help them get to that stage."