Michael Carrick

Jonathan Woodgate was part of Michael Carrick's coaching team at Manchester United.

Leeds United icon and ex-Middlesbrough man leaves Manchester United
A former Leeds United and Middlesbrough star has left Manchester United

A look at the favourites for the Manchester United job - including some familiar faces.

Ex-Middlesbrough man among favourites for Manchester United job

Bradford City captain Antoni Sarcevic, who netted from the penalty spot against Stevenage. Photo: Tony Johnson.

Bradford 2 Stevenage 0: Duff's timely changes earn him early respect and trust

KEWELL DO NICELY: Harry Kewell celebrates scoring Leeds United's last winning goal against Manchester United at Elland Road, in September 2002 (Image PAUL BARKER/AFP via Getty Images)

Leeds v Manchester United: Gloves are off as fans dream of ending 54-year record

WARNING: Daniel Farke (Image: Adrian Dennis / AFP via Getty Images)

Why Daniel Farke wishes Manchester United were visiting Leeds in better form

Hull City celebrate with the trophy following victory in the Sky Bet Championship Final match between Hull City and Middlesbrough at Wembley on May 23, 2026 (Picture: Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

What it will take for Sergej Jakirovic to keep Hull City in the Premier League

Alan Knill is reportedly set to leave his role as Sheffield United's assistant manager.

Round-up: Shock Blades development as Boro hold firm over Everton target

BUCKING THE TREND: Daniel Farke has kept newly-promoted Leeds United in the Premier League (Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Daniel Farke overlooked as Premier League Manager of the Season nominees named

RED CARD: Lisandro Martinez (Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Manchester United unable to pull off appeal for Martinez red card against Leeds

HIGH POINT: Daniel Farke enjoys his moment with the Leeds United fans after full-time at Old Trafford (Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Farke's Wolves warning as Leeds enjoy ride without yet reaching destination

DOUBLING UP: Noah Okafor celebrates his and Leeds United's second goal (Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Man United 1 Leeds 2: Historic win as Whites turn a stroll into frantic finish

COOL HEADS: Daniel Farke wants Leeds United to strike the right balance at Old Trafford (Image: Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Roses rivalry? Leeds motivated enough even without Man United task, says Farke

Michael Carrick's Manchester United are set to host Leeds United.

Manchester United handed double boost ahead of Leeds United clash

Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg celebrates following the Sky Bet Championship match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield. Picture: Nick Potts/PA Wire.

Bielsa disciple preaches simple message as Boro make another statement at Blades

Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney (left) and Morgan Whittaker celebrate at the final whistle after the Sky Bet Championship at MKM Stadium, Hull last month. Picture: Nigel French/PA Wire.

Stoke City v Middlesbrough: Boss on star man as Boro eye game-breakers

Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney is among the Championship's biggest talents.

Latest on Middlesbrough star amid Man United and Spurs 'interest'

Jonathan Woodgate assisted Michael Carrick during his Middlesbrough reign.

Man United move on cards for Leeds United icon with Carrick 'keen'

Kim Hellberg gets his point across to Middlesbrough players at his first training session on Wednesday. Picture: Tom Banks/MFC

Middlesbrough v Derby County: A 'Hell-ball' pledge from new head coach

Rob Edwards, Middlesbrough's head coach (Picture: PA)

Middlesbrough confident of keeping hold of Premier League target Rob Edwards

A look at the early favourites to fill the Southampton vacancy.

Ex-Middlesbrough and Sheffield United men among favourites for EFL job

Middlesbrough and former Leeds United favourite Luke Ayling. Picture: Getty Images.

Norwich v Boro: Boss on importance of Luke Ayling moment amid reconnection
ROB Edwards' observation of which moment gave him the most pleasure regarding Middlesbrough's fine victory at Millwall last weekend was telling.
Leon Wobschall

GOOD VIBES: New Middlesbrough coach Rob Edwards (Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire)

Middlesbrough v Doncaster Rovers: Cup rivals looking to continue 'good vibes'

NEW JOB: Jonny Howson (Image courtesy of Leeds United)

Howson: 'We all want to see academy players progressing through' Leeds United

Rob Edwards.

Boro v Swansea: Boss connects with supporters - now for the hard part

CHANGES: New Middlesbrough coach Rob Edwards (Image: David Rogers/Getty Images)

Boro transfers: Boss makes pledge after quiet summer window so far

OPEN-MINDED: New Middlesbrough coach Rob Edwards (Image: Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Middlesbrough transfer news: Window shopping could shape next season's formation

Rob Edwards left Luton Town in January.

Middlesbrough unveil former Barnsley man as new head coach

Michael Carrick was recently relieved of his duties as Middlesbrough boss.

Middlesbrough's axing of Carrick was 'strange', says former defender

Rob Edwards is reportedly closing in on the Middlesbrough job.

Boro set to name former Luton and Watford chief as new head coach

Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl faces an uncertain future in S6.

Round-up: Owls chief on Boro shortlist, Blades announce dates

Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl faces an uncertain future in S6.

Danny Rohl and ex-Leeds United coach linked with Middlesbrough job

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough (Picture: Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Evolution not revolution required with Hull serving as a warning for Boro
FOR the vast majority of the past decade, Middlesbrough’s recruitment of new managers/head coaches has been somewhat scattergun.
Leon Wobschall

A look at the early frontrunners to succeed Michael Carrick as Middlesbrough boss.

Favourites for Middlesbrough job including Sheffield Wednesday boss

Michael Carrick, who was sacked by Middlesbrough on Wednesday.

Promotion-winning duo & ex-Boro man head list of candidates to replace Carrick

Who will be the next manager of Middlesbrough? (Picture: George Wood/Getty Images)

Next Middlesbrough FC manager: Ex Prem boss early favourite for Riverside post

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough (Picture: Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Middlesbrough FC sack Michael Carrick following end-of-season review

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough (Picture: Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Boro in 'review' mode alongside Hull as Rovers reveal squad plans

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough (Picture: Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

'Awful feeling' as Middlesbrough FC reflect on disappointing end

Michael Carrick.

Coventry v Middlesbrough: Boro's seasonal fate to played out in Midlands - again

ONE LAST GO: Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick and first-team coach Jonathan Woodgate. Picture: Richard Sellers/PA

Carrick insists Boro still firmly in play-off picture

Tommy Conway of Middlesbrough celebrates after scoring the first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough FC and Queens Park Rangers FC at Riverside Stadium. Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images.

Boro v Norwich: Carrick's backing for forward with season 'all on the line'

Winner: Sheffield Wednesday substitute Anthony Mussaba celebrates his winner against Middlesbrough.

Wednesday finally get some luck as Boro boss issues defiant play-off message

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough.

Middlesbrough v Plymouth: Boro and ex-Argyle man require Easter catalyst

Marcus Forss of Middlesbrough takes a shot in the defeat at Millwall (Picture: Getty Images)

'We didn't have enough to open them up': Middlesbrough made to pay

TROUBLE WITH THE MISSES: Middlesbrough striker Kelechi Iheanacho (Image: Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Millwall v Middlesbrough: Michael Carrick left bemused by 'mad fuss'

INWARD FOCUS: Middlesbrough coach Michael Carrick (Image: Jess Hornby/Getty Images)

Boro not out to prey on belief as Leeds face defensive dilemma

ON SONG: Middlesbrough's Tommy Conway scores his side's first goal of the game against Blackburn on Friday. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA

Carrick says striker Conway only going to get better

DEFENSIVE DESTINY: Samuel Iling-Junior of Middlesbrough (Image: Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Samuel Iling-Junior saw Middlesbrough defensive role coming, reveals Carrick

FOCUS: Middlesbrough coach Michael Carrick (Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire)

Blackburn v Middlesbrough: Teessiders looking inwards and ignoring hosts' issues

PERFECT TIMING: Kelechi Iheanacho scores during Middlesbrough's 2-1 Championship win over Oxford United. Picture: Nigel Roddis/Getty Images

Carrick backs Iheanacho to boost Boro play-off bid

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough.

Boro v Oxford: No U's milestone in store - but a chance to keep season alive

STALEMATE: Middlesbrough's Anfernee Dijksteel and Jonny Howson (left) battle with Luton's Carlton Morris at Kenilworth Road Picture: Marc Atkins/Getty Images

Carrick grateful for vital point at Luton

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough.

Luton v Middlesbrough: Boro eye another memorable Hatters win to keep bid alive

Middlesbrough player Jonny Howson. Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Boro captain reveals defensive inspiration from Leeds legend after role change

Michael Carrick, manager of Middlesbrough.

Boro manager's play-off hope plus an admission on ex-Leeds captain

OPTIMISTIC: Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick (Image: John Walton/PA Wire)

Middlesbrough v QPR: Carrick still believes – but one thing Boro cannot do

FRUSTRATED: Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA

Carrick says Boro have 'plenty to address' after Swansea display

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick during the Sky Bet Championship match at bet365 Stadium, Stoke. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA Wire.

Swansea v Middlesbrough: Why Carrick has no worries over Hull City loanee

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick during the Sky Bet Championship match at bet365 Stadium, Stoke. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA Wire.

Middlesbrough boss takes it on chin regarding injury blows

Middlesbrough winger Ben Doak

Blow for Boro regarding Liverpool loanee + setback for ex-Leeds man

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