Manchester United close to confirming Michael Carrick as permanent head coach

Manchester United are close to appointing Michael Carrick as permanent head coach on a two-year contract, with an option for a further 12 months. The former midfielder has overseen 10 wins in 15 Premier League matches as interim manager, guiding the club from sixth place to third, six points above Liverpool with two games remaining. The deal could be confirmed before United's match against Nottingham Forest on Sunday.