Michael Carrick

Michael Carrick is a former English professional footballer who is now a football manager. Born in Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, he began his career at West Ham United’s academy and made his first-team debut in 1999. His composed style of play and exceptional passing range quickly marked him as one of England’s most intelligent midfielders. After a spell at Tottenham Hotspur from 2004 to 2006, Carrick made the move that would define his career when he signed for Manchester United.

At Manchester United, Carrick became one of the most underrated yet essential players in the team’s success under Sir Alex Ferguson and subsequent managers. He won five Premier League titles, one Champions League, one FA Cup, and three League Cups during his 12 seasons at Old Trafford. Despite rarely grabbing headlines, Carrick was consistently praised by teammates and managers as the player who made the team tick. His ability to control the tempo of a match and distribute the ball with precision was central to United’s playing style.

Carrick earned 34 caps for England and represented his country at the 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cups. After retiring as a player in 2018, he transitioned into coaching at Manchester United, serving as a first-team coach under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and briefly as caretaker manager in November 2021. He won all three matches during his caretaker spell, including a memorable victory over Arsenal.

In October 2022, Carrick was appointed as the head coach of Middlesbrough in the EFL Championship. He has since worked to establish his managerial credentials, implementing an attractive style of play and guiding the club in their push for promotion to the Premier League. His estimated net worth of $25 million reflects his long career at the top level of English football and his ongoing work in management.