Jamie Carragher has urged Manchester United to target Aston Villa boss Unai Emery as their next head coach, calling him the 'perfect coach' to revive the club. Writing in his Telegraph column, the Sky Sports pundit argues Emery's trophy-winning pedigree and clear football vision make him ideal for Old Trafford, yet he remains overlooked for the role.

Instead, caretaker manager Michael Carrick appears to be in contention despite never holding a permanent Premier League position. Carragher suggests United's new footballing structure may be deterring Emery, who demands full managerial control. The club's recent history with Ruben Amorim, who felt micromanaged before his January sacking, supports this theory.

Emery's track record includes revitalising clubs and breaking into the Champions League, exactly what United needs. However, his spells at Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal are often viewed as failures rather than learning experiences. Carragher believes United's boardroom would struggle with Emery's authoritative style, potentially creating friction with existing directors.