Carrick set to land the job permanently
Manchester United will initiate talks to make Michael Carrick the permanent head coach, after his impressive stint as interim since replacing Ruben Amorim (3) (7) (8). The former United midfielder has steadied the ship and the club now look ready to hand him the role full-time.
The Sunderland stalemate, a 0–0 draw in the 36th round of the Premier League, might not have been the spectacle you wanted, but it hasn't derailed the momentum behind Carrick (3). The focus now is locking him in.
Anderson your top summer target
United are preparing to enter talks for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, who has emerged as the club's top summer priority (1) (6). INEOS see the midfielder as an elite Premier League talent and the move would land a direct blow to a domestic rival.
Tchouameni could be available
Real Madrid are open to selling Aurelien Tchouameni to United, with the midfielder reportedly available for around £70m (2). United have already established interest through the INEOS camp. Conversations could heat up once the window opens.
Valverde also on the radar
Fede Valverde has entered United's radar amid growing tension at Real Madrid (3) (9). Two Madrid midfielders in the same window feels ambitious, but the club are monitoring both situations closely.
Forest up next
United host Nottingham Forest in the Premier League next, a match that now carries extra intrigue given the Anderson pursuit (4). No scoreline to preview yet. Just a chance to see your top target up close.
Quick hits
Anthony Gordon has agreed a move to Bayern Munich, ending any faint hopes of him landing at Old Trafford (6). Meanwhile, a £52m United target, unnamed in reports, is said to be dreaming of a Premier League switch this summer (5).
Fan-reaktioner
Casemiro has been vocal on the Carrick situation, saying his former teammate deserves the permanent job, and those comments have sparked plenty of discussion among fans. The mood on the subreddit leans supportive, with many feeling Carrick has earned the shot after navigating a difficult interim spell with calm. There's also talk about Casemiro's wider opinions on Kobbie Mainoo and his all-time teammate selections, keeping the international break chatter lively.