Michael Carrick has earned a surprise nomination for the Premier League Manager of the Season award following Manchester United’s impressive resurgence recently.
The former midfielder only took charge in January but quickly transformed United’s season with remarkable consistency, confidence, and improved league performances.
Carrick replaced Ruben Amorim while United sat sixth before guiding the club into third place and securing Champions League qualification comfortably, reports GOAL.
Manchester United collected thirty-three points from fifteen league matches under Carrick, recording ten victories alongside three draws and two defeats.
The turnaround began after a statement victory against Manchester City, which sparked renewed belief throughout the squad and supporters at Old Trafford.
Carrick joins elite managerial shortlist
Carrick now joins Pep Guardiola, Mikel Arteta, Keith Andrews, Andoni Iraola, and Regis Le Bris on the final six-man shortlist.
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Premier League officials confirmed supporters can vote before Monday’s deadline, with fan selections combined alongside decisions from an independent expert panel.
Guardiola remains among the favourites after another strong Manchester City campaign, while Arteta edges Arsenal closer toward long-awaited domestic title success.
Carrick’s nomination nevertheless underlines the remarkable influence he has made despite only managing fifteen Premier League matches this entire season recently.
United also recorded important victories over Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City during Carrick’s hugely impressive unbeaten spell this campaign.
The Red Devils conclude their season against Nottingham Forest and Brighton as Carrick strengthens his case for the permanent managerial position permanently.
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