Michael Carrick sets ambitious 2026-27 trophy target for Manchester United
Michael Carrick has signed a two-year deal at Manchester United and set his sights on competing for every trophy next season.
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Following a successful rescue mission that saw Manchester United surge from sixth to a third-place finish, Michael Carrick has signed a two-year permanent contract. The manager has now set a high bar, publicly committing the club to compete for every trophy available in the 2026-27 campaign.
Carrick, who steadied the ship after the departure of Ruben Amorim, expressed deep faith in his squad. «We know we’ve got what it takes to beat the best teams in this league. Now it’s about doing that over a full Premier League campaign, while also fighting for every trophy available to us,» Carrick stated in the club’s official yearbook.
During his 17-game tenure last season, United secured 12 victories, the best record in the league during that period, marking a significant turnaround. However, club legend Wayne Rooney has urged caution, suggesting that challenging Manchester City and Arsenal for the title immediately might be premature, advocating instead for continued top-four stability.
To support his vision, the club is prioritizing midfield reinforcements this summer. Following the departure of Casemiro, United are closing in on Atalanta's Ederson. Other potential targets, including Aurelien Tchouaméni, Alex Scott, and Andrey Santos, are also being monitored to ensure the squad can handle the demands of the upcoming Champions League schedule.