'I'll give everything' - Michael Carrick: Manchester United job is 'ultimate role' ahead of summer decision

Manchester United have begun their search for a new permanent head coach ahead of a huge summer decision

Ruben Amorim was sacked early last month after he went to war with the club over a perceived lack of power and support in his position, and even claimed he didn't feel like a 'manager' in the role. United sources insist they dismissed him due to a lack of 'progress and evolution', rather than any internal power struggle with the club board.

Darren Fletcher was then appointed as a caretaker boss, before Michael Carrick won the race to be named head coach on a short-term basis. Although his official job title does not mention 'interim' or 'caretaker', his contract is only valid until the end of the season, when the club plans to hire a permanent successor to Amorim. They could even make an appointment before the end of the campaign if they decide on a top candidate.

Carrick believes United job is 'ultimate' role

Manchester United insist they will not rush their decision to appoint a new head coach and are adamant they will not be influenced by emotion amid a recent rejuvenation under Michael Carrick. The club are delighted with the start the former midfielder has made, but insist they will fairly evaluate all possible candidates for the job before a final decision is made.

Carrick has certainly done his chances no harm and is expected to be one of the leading names for the full-time role in the summer. He has conducted himself extremely well during his time in charge and has also produced the results to match, although there is still plenty of work to be done.

The 44-year-old would jump at the chance to be named permanent United head coach at the end of the season. He told The Football Interview: "It's not a stock answer - for me, it's the ultimate role. I'm really enjoying it, I love what I'm doing. I'm fortunate. I feel privileged to be in the position I am, but it's not the fact that I believe I can do it and I'm here to do it.

"I said it when I came in - there's the sentimental side of that... of understanding the role and coming through the club and being here and loving the club and being a supporter and all that side of it is one thing. But, actually, I'm here to do a job now and to make a good team and be successful. I don't decide how long that's going to be but I love being here and and while I'm here, I'll give everything I can. And I always plan for the long-term future for the benefit of the football club. That's how I believe it should be."

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