Michael Carrick Named Premier League Manager of the Month

Michael Carrick has been awarded the Premier League Manager of the Month for January 2026, having led Manchester United to an impressive unbeaten run during the month. Carrick, a former Manchester United player, has excelled in his role as interim manager, achieving notable victories that have positively impacted the team's position in the Premier League table.

His leadership included key wins that contributed to the team's unbeaten record in January. Carrick is the second interim manager from Manchester United to receive this accolade, following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who won it in January 2019.

Other interim managers who have received the award include Darren Moore of West Bromwich Albion in April 2018, Mike Jackson of Burnley in April 2022, Mike Phelan of Hull City in August 2016, Rafael Benitez of Chelsea in April 2013, and Phil Thompson of Liverpool from November 2001 to March 2002. Carrick is also noted as the first English manager to win the award since Sean Dyche, who was in charge of Everton, was shortlisted among four nominees, including Sean Dyche of Nottingham Forest, Andoni Iraola of AFC Bournemouth, and Liam Rosenior of Chelsea.