Michael Carrick is an English professional football coach and former player born on July 28, 1981, renowned for his accomplished career as a midfielder, particularly during his 12-year stint at Manchester United.
Career Overview
He started his career at West Ham United. He then moved to Tottenham Hotspur. In 2006, he joined Manchester United for £18.6 million. There, he won five Premier League titles, one Champions League, and several domestic cups. He retired in 2018 after 464 appearances and 24 goals for United. In 2021, he briefly acted as caretaker manager.
Playing Career
Carrick began his career in West Ham’s youth academy. He made his first-team debut in 1997 and won the Hammer of the Year award in 2000. After loan spells at Birmingham City and Swindon Town, he moved to Tottenham in 2004, where he started 75 Premier League games and scored 4 goals. From 2006 to 2018, he played 453 matches for Manchester United, known for his over 90% passing accuracy and calm play in key games like the 2008 Champions League final.
Key Stats
| Competition | Appearances | Goals |
| Premier League | 340 | 24 |
| Champions League | 50+ | 2 |
| Total Man Utd | 464 | 24 |
Carrick represented England 34 times between 2001 and 2015, often as a squad player.
Coaching Record
Michael Carrick briefly coached Manchester United’s first team in 2021. He got 2 wins and 1 draw from 3 games. In October 2022, he became Middlesbrough’s manager and stayed until June 2025. He managed 136 games, with 66 wins, 24 draws, and 49 losses, that’s an average of 1.57 points per match.
Carrick likes using a 4-2-3-1 formation. Under him, Middlesbrough finished fourth in the Championship in 2022-23 and reached the playoffs.
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In early 2026, reports say Michael Carrick is a top choice for Manchester United’s temporary head coach job. The club is going through changes, and his smart tactics and strong leadership make him highly respected in football management.
Who Michael Carrick is Wife ?
Michael Carrick is married to Lisa Roughead, who also goes by Lisa Carrick. They have been together since their teenage years, starting around age 15. The couple got married in June 2007 at St. Peter’s Church in Wymondham, England. They have two children, including a son named Jacey.
