How Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Request Steered Manchester United to Michael Carrick

Published On: January 15, 2026
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Michael Carrick has been named interim manager of Manchester United through the end of the 2025/26 season. Reports indicated that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was a strong candidate for the position before a last-minute decision shifted the choice.

Darren Fletcher took over as the team leader following Ruben Amorim’s departure, but he was not considered a long-term option.

The club opted for an interim manager until the season’s conclusion, and there were early signs that Solskjaer had engaged in favorable discussions about a return to Old Trafford.

Even though the former Norwegian manager was reportedly receptive to a comeback, Manchester United announced on Tuesday evening that Carrick would lead the team for the remainder of the season.

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Despite some support for Solskjaer among fans, Ineos ultimately preferred Carrick, primarily due to a key request Solskjaer made during their discussions.

What Ole Gunnar Solskjaer asked for in his contract with Ineos




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