The new head coach of Manchester United, **Michael Carrick**, is keen for the club to sign **Hayden Hackney**, a midfielder from Middlesbrough, with whom he has previously worked. This has been reported by TEAMtalk.

According to the source, Manchester United may face competition from Tottenham in their pursuit of the 23-year-old player. It has been emphasized that Middlesbrough is determined not to sell Hackney during the winter transfer window.

Carrick managed Middlesbrough from 2022 to 2025.

In the current season, Hackney has featured in 28 matches across all competitions, scoring four goals and providing six assists. His current contract with the club runs until the summer of 2027. As per the information available on Transfermarkt, the player’s market value is estimated at €25 million.

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