Manchester United have identified Luis Enrique as a top candidate for their permanent managerial position this summer. The 55-year-old, currently at Paris Saint-Germain, is admired for his success in high-pressure environments and trophy-winning record. The club is operating under interim coach Michael Carrick following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim.
Manchester United's search for a permanent head coach has gained momentum with reports linking Luis Enrique to the role. According to The Mirror, the Red Devils view the Spaniard as one of their main targets ahead of the 2026-27 season. Enrique, who has managed Barcelona, Spain, and now PSG, has a proven track record of success, having won nine major trophies with Barcelona—including the 2015 Champions League—and 10 honours with PSG. Notably, he led PSG to Champions League glory last season with a 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the final, earning him the World’s Best Club Coach award for the second time, following his 2014/15 win at Barcelona.
The club parted ways with Ruben Amorim earlier this month, installing former midfielder Michael Carrick as interim manager until the end of the current season. This arrangement allows United's hierarchy time to pursue a thorough recruitment process. Enrique's contract with PSG runs until the end of the 2026-27 campaign, entering its final year in June without a new deal agreed upon. While speculation about a summer exit persists, Enrique has denied any imminent departure, and PSG sporting director Luis Campos has dismissed such rumours.
United's owners seek a leader capable of handling the immense pressure at Old Trafford, where the team currently sits seventh in the Premier League, three points from the top four and potential Champions League qualification. Other candidates under consideration include Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, and Carlo Ancelotti, but Enrique's experience in European competitions stands out. Recruitment insiders emphasize the need for mentality and leadership to rebuild the squad amid high expectations.
