Michael Carrick is UNLIKELY to take the Middlesbrough hot seat with Rob Edwards the front runner

Michael Carrick is UNLIKELY to take the Middlesbrough hot seat with ex-Watford boss Rob Edwards the front runner… with the Man United legend not keen on the role for his first foray into management as Boro’s search for Chris Wilder’s successor goes on

  • Michael Carrick is not thought to be keen on taking over as Middlesbrough boss
  • Former Watford manager Rob Edward is thought to be the leading candidate
  • Leo Percovich is set to remain in charge for Saturday’s clash against Blackburn 

Michael Carrick is unlikely to make his first entry into management with Middlesbrough after speaking to the club.

It is understood the former Manchester United and England midfielder is not keen on the role at this time.

That leaves Boro searching for a successor to Chris Wilder, who was sacked last week. 

Michael Carrick is now unlikely to take over at Middlesbrough as his first job in management

Middlesbrough are looking for a new manager after dismissing Chris Wilder last week

Middlesbrough are looking for a new manager after dismissing Chris Wilder last week

They have already spoken to former Watford boss Rob Edwards, who is said to be the preferred candidate of head of football Kieran Scott.

Edwards remains in the frame and sources say Lee Cattermole – the youth coach currently part of the interim management team – has admirers among the hierarchy should they decide to make an internal appointment for the time being. 

Leo Percovich is set to remain in charge for Saturday’s visit of Blackburn.

Ex Huddersfield boss Carlos Corberan has been mentioned but, for now, we understand he is not under consideration.

Former Watford boss Rob Edwards has already spoken to Middlesbrough about the position

Former Watford boss Rob Edwards has already spoken to Middlesbrough about the position

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