Manchester United is getting ready for a huge summer decision. The club wants a new permanent manager before the 2026/27 season begins, and now one big name is moving to the front of the race.
England boss Thomas Tuchel is being strongly linked with the Old Trafford job. Reports say he is now the preferred choice inside the club.
But things are not simple.
Michael Carrick is still in charge for now, and he has made it very hard for the board to ignore him.
Carrick’s Strong Start Gives United a Big Decision
When Carrick came in as interim manager back in January, many fans were unsure. Some thought he was only a short-term fix. Others felt he deserved a real chance.
Since then, he has done very well.
Four wins and one draw from his first five matches is strong form. The team looks more organised. They look happier. There is more energy on the pitch.
Young players like Kobbie Mainoo have improved again. Senior players look sharper. The fans can see a difference.
Carrick also speaks calmly in interviews. He does not create drama. He focuses on football. After the struggles under the previous boss, that calm approach has helped steady the club.
Because of this, some people inside United must be thinking: should we just give Carrick the job full-time?
It would be a bold move, but not a crazy one.
Still, the club wants to think big.
Thomas Tuchel Now in Pole Position
Thomas Tuchel is a serious name.
He is currently managing England, but his contract runs out after the World Cup later this year. That means he could be free in the summer.
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Tuchel has a lot of experience. He has managed top clubs. He has won major trophies. He lifted the Champions League with Chelsea. That alone gives him huge respect in the Premier League.
Many see him as a manager with strong discipline and clear tactics. He demands high standards. He is used to pressure.
At a club like Manchester United, that matters.
United has struggled for consistency in recent years. They need someone who can bring a winning mindset back to the dressing room. Tuchel has shown before that he can organise teams and win big games.
Some reports say he is now ahead of other names because certain top managers are not interested in the role. That has pushed Tuchel to the front of the queue.
If he leaves England after the World Cup, a return to club football could suit him.
What Happens Next at Old Trafford?
This is where it gets interesting.
Carrick is still in the job. If he keeps winning, the pressure will grow on the board to reward him.
Players seem to enjoy working under him. Supporters connect with him because he understands the club. He played there. He knows what it means.
But managing Manchester United long-term is different from a short interim spell. The club wants to compete for titles again. They want to challenge themselves in Europe.
That is why Tuchel is attractive.
He has managed in Champions League finals. He has handled superstar players. He has worked at big clubs with big expectations.
The United hierarchy must now decide what they value more:
• The steady improvement under Carrick
or
• The proven elite record of Tuchel
It is not an easy call.
Big Summer Ahead for Man United
One thing is clear. This summer will shape the future of Manchester United.
If Tuchel takes over, it signals ambition and experience. It would show the club want instant impact.
If Carrick stays, it would show faith in youth, identity, and long-term building.
Either way, fans will be watching closely.
For now, Carrick controls his own fate. If he keeps delivering results, the board may have no choice but to think again.
But with Thomas Tuchel waiting in the background, this manager race is far from over.
Old Trafford is heading for a massive decision.
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