'Fighting for every trophy' - Michael Carrick reveals 2026-27 ambition for Man Utd as Red Devils prepare for Premier League & Champions League challenges

Red Devils eye return to glory days

Carrick is refusing to temper expectations at Old Trafford, boldly claiming that his United side are ready to compete for "every trophy available" in the 2026-27 season. Having successfully stabilised the ship following the departure of Ruben Amorim, the former England midfielder has been tasked with restoring the Red Devils to the pinnacle of world football.

"We know we’ve got what it takes to beat the best teams in this league," Carrick wrote in a message to fans in

Stunning impact leads to permanent deal

Carrick’s optimism is rooted in the remarkable turnaround he orchestrated after taking the reins in January. He steered United from sixth place to a comfortable third-place finish, ensuring a return to Europe's elite competition. The club’s resurgence was so impressive that no Premier League team won more games than United’s 12 during his 17-game tenure at the end of last term.

This form earned Carrick

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Nevertheless, Carrick remains focused on the highest possible ceiling, stating: "We have a huge responsibility here to win and play exciting football. That never changes, and we should always be striving to compete for the biggest trophies. There are steps to take, but we are in a good place to take them."

Midfield reinforcement key to trophy ambitions

To back up Carrick’s lofty ambitions, United are expected to be aggressive in the summer transfer window. With Casemiro officially departing, the priority is to bolster the engine room.

Names like Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouaméni, Bournemouth’s Alex Scott, and Chelsea’s Andrey Santos