Recent reports from Jason Burt in the Telegraph suggest that Michael Carrick wants to bring Marcus Rashford back. This is a top priority for him if the board gives him the permanent job. This move follows the firing of Ruben Amorim earlier in January 2026.

That exit left the manager’s seat open for the former midfield general to take charge on an interim basis. Rashford is currently on loan at Barcelona, so the Red Devils cannot officially bring him back until the summer transfer window. Carrick played with the forward for three seasons and clearly believes the academy graduate is still a massive part of the club’s future.

Marcus Rashford’s luck changed after a rough patch under Ruben Amorim. During that time, the 28-year-old forward felt pushed aside, and Amorim often called him out publicly over his work rate. So, the club sent him on loan to Barcelona in July 2025.

This move let the player get away from the constant pressure of the English press. In Spain, Hansi Flick has completely changed how the English attacker plays. He uses him in a free-moving front three that focuses on direct running instead of just tracking back on defence.