Gareth Bale has recommended ‘genius manager’ Carlo Ancelotti to Manchester United as they prepare to appoint Ruben Amorim’s permanent replacement.

United sacked Amorim in early January after a disappointing 14-month tenure at Old Trafford.

Michael Carrick was soon appointed as United’s caretaker manager until the end of the season and has enjoyed a fantastic start to his reign, winning seven of his first ten games in charge.

Carrick’s return to his former club was only expected to be temporary but United’s impressive form has led to calls for him to get the job on a permanent basis.

England boss Thomas Tuchel was one of the frontunners to take over when Amorim was sacked but the ex-Chelsea boss has since signed a contract extension with the Three Lions.

Another manager preparing for this summer’s World Cup, Ancelotti, has also been linked with the Red Devils and Bale believes his former Real Madrid boss would do ‘great’ at Old Trafford.

Ancelotti, 66, is regarded as one of the best managers in history, having won a record five Champions Leagues and league titles in Spain, England, Italy, France and Germany.

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