Michael Carrick sacked by Middlesbrough as Championship club go in new direction
Michael Carrick has been sacked by Middlesbrough after they missed out on the Championship play-offs. Boro finished the 2024/25 season in 10th place, four points adrift of the play-offs.
Former Manchester United and England midfielder Carrick had been in charge of Boro since October 2022, but has been dismissed after concluding his third season in charge.
"Middlesbrough Football Club has today parted company with head coach Michael Carrick," Boro said in a statement. "Michael's assistants Jonathan Woodgate and Graeme Carrick have also departed the club.
"We'd like thank Michael, Jonathan, and Graeme for all their hard work and unwavering commitment. We wish them all the very best for the future. The club will be making no further comment at this stage."
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