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Man United eye Bayern assistant Aaron Danks as potential addition to Carrick’s backroom staff

Manchester United have reportedly identified Bayern assistant Aaron Danks as a potential addition to Michael Carrick's backroom staff, should the club opt to keep him in charge.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 10:17 AM
Man United eye Bayern assistant Aaron Danks as potential addition to Carrick’s backroom staff
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United are reportedly considering Bayern Munich assistant Aaron Danks to join Michael Carrick's coaching staff.
  • Danks is not viewed as Carrick's replacement but as a potential staff addition if Carrick stays.
  • The pair previously worked together on the coaching staff at Middlesbrough.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United have reportedly identified Bayern Munich assistant Aaron Danks as a potential addition to Michael Carrick's coaching staff. While Carrick is under pressure, Danks is being viewed as a potential reinforcement rather than a managerial replacement if the club retains Carrick. The two coaches previously worked together at Middlesbrough.

Danks recently served as Bayern's interim leader for five matches while head coach Vincent Kompany was sidelined by illness. However, the report questions whether Danks would leave Germany, as the 43-year-old remains under contract with Bayern Munich through 2029.

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