Club Legends in Pole Position as Red Devils Seek Caretaker to Stabilize After Amorim Exit.

INEOS Manchester United Interim Manager

Manchester United’s search for an interim head coach until the end of the 2025/26 season is advancing rapidly, with INEOS confirming personal meetings with two club legends: former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær and ex-midfielder Michael Carrick.

Ole Gunnar Solskjær

Reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the discussions, noting that both candidates are keen on the role. Solskjær, who previously served as caretaker and then permanent boss from 2018-2021, remains the slight favorite, having expressed strong interest in returning regardless of contract length.

Michael Carrick

Carrick, who stepped in as interim after Solskjær’s 2021 sacking and enjoyed success at Middlesbrough, has also held talks with CEO Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox. While a joint appointment seems increasingly unlikely—with INEOS viewing both as potential No.1s—further discussions are planned, including a key face-to-face with Solskjær on Saturday.

The club, under Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS ownership, sacked Ruben Amorim earlier this month after a challenging tenure, with Darren Fletcher currently handling interim duties—including a draw at Burnley and upcoming FA Cup ties.

United aim to finalize the interim appointment next week, providing stability through the remaining Premier League fixtures, including the Manchester derby, before targeting a permanent head coach in summer 2026.

This move reflects INEOS’s focus on club legends to rally the squad and fans amid ongoing challenges at Old Trafford.

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