Luis Enrique will reject interest from Manchester United to sign a new contract with Paris Saint-Germain, leaving Michael Carrick as the front runner for the permanent job at Old Trafford.
Carrick was handed the reins after Ruben Amorim’s departure in January with the former midfielder leading United to seven wins from his 10 games in charge, losing just once.
The former Middlesbrough boss has put himself firmly in the frame for the job with qualification for next season’s Champions League in their sights.
United have also been considering other candidates however with Enrique thought to be one of the top picks to take over on a long-term basis.
The former Barcelona and Spain boss has a formidable reputation across Europe after leading PSG to their first European crown last season and has previously spoken of his desire to one day manage in England.
The i Paper report however the Spaniard will snub United’s interest with sources in the French capital convinced he will sign a new deal. Enrique’s current contract expires in 2027.
United have already seen other top candidates commit their futures elsewhere. Thomas Tuchel, who was interviewed for the role at Old Trafford two years ago, has signed a new contract with England through until after 2028.
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Carlo Ancelotti is focused on preparing Brazil for this summer’s World Cup with the legendary coach also expected to sign a new contract.
Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann is another name to have been closely linked.
United’s turnaround under Carrick leaves him as the front runner for the job.
Under his guidance, Kobbie Mainoo has returned to the team after being exiled by Amorim with Harry Maguire also rediscovering his best form, back in the England squad for the first time since 2024.
Wes Brown predicts Man Utd's final games of the season
Manchester United have no other commitments other than their final nine games of the Premier League season.
Michael Carrick has guided them back into contention for Champions League qualification but the job is far from done.
Wes Brown knows better than most the demands placed upon a team at this stage of the season. The former United star gazes into his crystal ball to map out how the rest of the campaign unfolds.
Aston Villa (H)
This is the big game. Villa have been really struggling and they can't put opportunities away with their forwards out of form. I think United get the job done.
Verdict? Man Utd 1-0 Aston Villa
Bournemouth (A)
A tricky one but I think we get the win down there.
Verdict? Bournemouth 0-2 Man Utd
Leeds (H)
I will go for a draw here. There is a long break between the two fixtures, both teams will be fresh but I just have a feeling about this one.
Verdict? Man Utd 1-1 Leeds
Chelsea (A)
This is the one. On their day, Chelsea play well and can beat you, even with 10 men. But if we have momentum going into that, the pressure is all on Chelsea at home. They are getting results but the crowd there aren't too happy, are they. They are not consistent.
Verdict? Chelsea 2-3 Man Utd
Brentford (H)
Another tricky game but but United will win here.
Verdict? Man Utd 1-0 Brentford
Liverpool (H)
Tricky, of course. Both will be scrapping for that top five and I think it will be a very tough game. Liverpool might still be fighting in the FA Cup and Champions League. But it will be tough.
Verdict? Man Utd 2-2 Liverpool
Sunderland (A)
United have a good record at the Stadium of Light. Sunderland have shown how hard they can make it so it will be hard but I fancy United to nick it.
Verdict? Sunderland 0-1 Man Utd
Nottingham Forest (H)
If Forest need something, it will be tough. But a defeat could send them down. I predicted them to go down at the beginning of the season so this should be all three points in the last home game of the season.
Verdict? Man Utd.2-0 Nottingham Forest
Brighton (A)
Could things be wrapped up by then? I'm not sure. Brighton away is always difficult so I think it's a draw to see out the season.
Verdict? Brighton 1-1 Man Utd
‘We’ve got to finish strong, and I think [Carrick] should go right into the mix of the other candidates [for the permanent job] and let the process begin,’ the former United captain said.
‘I’m sure it will do, and I’m sure it’s going to be a thorough process. It’s going to be a big summer. We need bodies in, bodies to help the squad. We know that.
‘We need improvement in the squad. It’s going to be a big recruitment in the management department, and I’m sure that the hierarchy will get it right.’
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