By Tom Blackett

WINNER: Michael Carrick FORMER Manchester United and England midfielder Michael Carrick has emerged as the favourite to take the reins at Middlesbrough. Boro sacked Chris Wilder last Monday after 11 months in charge following a poor start to the season which left them in the relegation zone. They are now looking for a younger boss to fit the profile of head coach and Carrick appears to fit the bill. It was reported on Friday that the Teesside outfit were keen to talk to the 41-year-old. He has been out of the game since leaving Manchester United last December afte...