Middlesbrough have announced Michael Carrick as their new boss, with the Manchester United legend accepting his first job in management.
The ex-midfielder, 41, was unattached after leaving Old Trafford 10 months ago. He succeeds Chris Wilder, the former Sheffield United manager, at the Riverside and faces a daunting challenge. The Teesside club are currently 21st in the Championship.
Chairman Steve Gibson said: "We’re delighted to welcome Michael to the club. We had identified a number of potentials for the vacancy who we spoke with, and were impressed by all, but Michael was the outstanding candidate.
