Manchester United legend Michael Carrick is reportedly set to be recommended to Sir Jim Ratcliffe as the club’s permanent manager by senior executives at Manchester United.

Carrick, 44, has emerged as the leading candidate for the position following an impressive spell as interim head coach, during which he guided the club to qualification for next season’s Champions League.

United had initially planned to wait until the end of the campaign before deciding on a replacement for Ruben Amorim, who was dismissed in January.

However, according to reports, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox now believe Carrick is the ideal choice and are expected to present their recommendation to Ratcliffe this week.

Should Ratcliffe approve the proposal, the club is expected to open formal discussions with Carrick before officially confirming his appointment.

Since taking charge on January 13, Carrick has overseen 10 wins in 15 matches, suffering only two defeats while lifting United from seventh to third place in the Premier League and securing a return to Europe’s top club competition.

No Premier League side has earned more points than United’s tally of 33 since Carrick assumed interim responsibility.

Carrick also enjoyed a remarkable start to life as caretaker manager, winning his opening four matches, including notable victories against title challengers Manchester City and Arsenal.

Although a seven-match unbeaten run came to an end in March, important wins over fellow Champions League contenders Aston Villa, Chelsea, and Liverpool ultimately helped secure United’s place back among Europe’s elite.