"Hackney's performances in the Championship have impressed United scouts this season, including interim head coach Michael Carrick, who has already spoken to the recruitment team about his former player. The midfielder, whose qualities have been described as 'on another planet', played under Carrick during his reign at the Riverside Stadium and was an important part of the squad that finished fourth in the Championship in 2022/23."
"According to Football Insider, should Carrick remain in charge of United beyond the end of the season, he is likely to push the club to sign Hackney. The pair share a strong relationship from their time at Middlesbrough and Hackney is now believed to have emerged as a major contender to join United if Carrick stays."
"Manchester United are eyeing a midfield overhaul after the season, with the Red Devils potentially welcoming multiple new names in the middle of the park this summer. United are expected to look for a replacement for Casemiro, who has announced he will be leaving the club at the end of his contract in June."
Manchester United have intensified their pursuit of Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney, 23, ahead of the summer transfer window. The club is ahead of Premier League rivals Everton, West Ham, and Crystal Palace in the race to sign him. Interim head coach Michael Carrick, who previously managed Hackney at Middlesbrough, has spoken to United's recruitment team about the midfielder. Carrick's strong relationship with Hackney from their time together at the Riverside Stadium makes him a priority target if Carrick remains in charge beyond the season. United are planning a midfield overhaul, with Casemiro departing and Manuel Ugarte's future uncertain.
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