Middlesbrough close in on deal to appoint Michael Carrick new boss

The Teessiders have spoken to a series of candidates since dispensing with the services of Chris Wilder on October 3

Middlesbrough are closing in on Michael Carrick as they search for a new manager (Adam Davy/PA)

Middlesbrough are closing in on a deal to make Michael Carrick their new manager.

The PA news agency understands there is work still to be done to secure an agreement with the 41-year-old former Manchester United assistant, but Boro are hopeful of doing just that within days.