Manchester United have reportedly offered Michael Carrick a permanent contract to remain at Old Trafford, but only for the next two years. Carrick initially took over his former side in January on a short-term deal until the end of the 2025–26 season. After Ruben Amorim paved the way for his own fiery exit and Darren Fletcher flailed as the short-term stop-gap, the club’s former midfielder was thrust into the dugout while a permanent boss was sought after . As it transpired, Carrick’s second interim spell has gone so well that United have been compelled to offer the 44-year-old a full-time position. Only Manchester City have won more points than the Red Devils since Carrick defeated Pep Guardiola’s side upon his return to the touchline. The unfussy coach has also gotten the better of Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa and Chelsea to see United effortlessly breeze towards Champions League qualification and a near-guaranteed third-place finish.…