Man United legend “was offered role” under Michael Carrick but turned it down

Manchester United legend Darren Fletcher reportedly turned down the chance to continue with a role in the first-team coaching staff under Michael Carrick.

According to Laurie Whitwell of the Athletic, Man Utd are closing in on hiring Carrick as interim manager, but Fletcher has decided to return to a role with the club’s Under-18s.

The former Scotland international had been caretaker manager of the Red Devils for two games, but it seems he won’t be continuing with the senior side,...