Carrick was fired.

On the evening of June 4th, the Middlesbrough management decided to terminate the contract with the former English football star.

According to Sky Sports , the English manager is paying the price after a disappointing season that saw Middlesbrough miss out on a play-off spot for promotion to the Premier League.

Carrick was appointed manager of Middlesbrough in October 2022 and signed a new contract until summer 2027. However, despite receiving support from chairman Steve Gibson, the former Man Utd midfielder has yet to lead the team to success. Finishing only 10th in the Championship in the 2024/25 season, four points behind the play-off zone, was a step backward from initial expectations.

Carrick parted ways with Middlesbrough.

Boro's inconsistent form, particularly their poor run of form during the winter months with only one win in February, has put immense pressure on Carrick.

Even though they secured a late-season win against Plymouth Argyle, the bottom-placed team, it wasn't enough to salvage what was widely considered a failed campaign.

Notably, Middlesbrough scored more goals than Sheffield United, who secured promotion after winning the play-off final. This shows that the team's attacking potential is not bad at all. However, inconsistency and defensive errors have caused them to drop many important points.

Another piece of news attracting attention is the future of promising midfielder Finn Azaz. The Irish player joined Middlesbrough from Aston Villa in January 2024 and quickly made a strong impression. With 12 goals and 11 assists, Azaz has caught the eye of several Premier League clubs, including Leeds United. Middlesbrough are reportedly set to demand a high price for the star, who is considered one of their most valuable assets at Riverside.

The decision regarding Carrick will significantly impact preparations for the 2025/26 season, a time when Boro desperately need a clear direction to return to England's top flight for the first time since 2017.

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