Michael Carrick (born 28 July 1981) is an English professional football coach and former footballer who is currently the head coach of EFL Championship club Middlesbrough. He is considered as one of the best midfielders of his generation and is known for his 12-year playing career with Manchester United, whom he also captained. Carrick was a defensive midfielder, but he was used as an emergency centre-back under Alex Ferguson, David Moyes, Louis van Gaal and José Mourinho. His playing style was grounded in his passing ability.
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