Patrice Evra says Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique would be a ‘dream’ appointment for Manchester United but admitted Michael Carrick deserves an opportunity to impress further following his promising start to life at Old Trafford.
The former United left-back has shared his view on the type of manager the Red Devils should target for their anticipated permanent appointment after the season.
While Evra has not ruled out Carrick staying in the job long-term, saying his former United teammate has ‘done a great job’ so far, the Frenchman admitted Enrique would be the ideal appointment for the Old Trafford side following his treble-winning season in France.
Patrice Evra Wants Luis Enrique at Man Utd
Evra, as quoted on X, has revealed that Enrique would be his ‘dream’ appointment for Manchester United this summer and said the Spanish manager would bring intensity and authority to the club:
“Luis Enrique would be a dream coach for Man United. I love the man, I love his philosophy, what he went through in his personal life and overcame it shows his personality.
“The job he’s done at PSG by bringing them a Champions League without Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe or Neymar, it’s a fantastic job.
“Players would have to work really hard to play for Man United, they’ll have to run a lot and I think Enrique would bring that.”
Evra has also not ruled out his former United teammate Carrick staying in the role long-term after his ‘great’ start:
“But, I don’t think we should write off Michael Carrick, he’s done a great job and we need to give him an opportunity.
“People want an amazing manager for Man United, but right now, we need someone who understands the club and the players. Enrique is a genius tactician and great with players, but I think Carrick deserves a chance.”
Enrique is under contract with PSG until the end of the 2026/27 season, which makes his arrival at Old Trafford complicated, considering United are more likely to head for a manager who is a free agent.
The likes of Roberto De Zerbi and Julian Nagelsmann have been mentioned as potential candidates, while Carrick staying has also not been ruled out, provided United qualify for the Champions League this season.
Luis Enrique’s Coaching Career So Far
A former right midfielder, Enrique retired from the professional game in 2004 and four years later became head coach of Barcelona B.
After three years with the Catalan youth side, the Spanish tactician had season-long stints at Roma and Celta Vigo before being appointed Barcelona manager in the summer of 2014.
Enrique led Barcelona to two La Liga titles, three Spanish Cups and a Champions League title in 2015 during his three seasons at the club.
After a four-year stint with the Spain national team, Enrique took over at PSG in the summer of 2023 and has won almost every possible trophy during his two-and-a-half years at Parc des Princes, including the Champions League title last season.
Luis Enrique Tactics Explained
Amid Evra’s admiration for Enrique, we asked ChatGPT to explain the tactical approach that has brought the Spanish manager so much success:
Possession-based control – Luis Enrique builds teams that dominate the ball, circulating possession quickly to control tempo and create space between defensive lines.
High pressing – His sides press aggressively after losing the ball, aiming to recover possession quickly and keep opponents pinned in their own half.
Fluid attacking movement – Rather than relying on a fixed striker, his forwards rotate positions, while full-backs push high to provide width and stretch defences.
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