Man United midfielder Casemiro can trigger a one-year extension in his contract if he starts 35 games in all competitions this season. His wages have since dropped to less than £300,000, according to reports, due to the club's failure to qualify for the Champions League. After the club's first-round elimination from both the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, Casemiro would need to start all 17 of United's remaining league games to reach 35 starts in all competitions. The clash with the Red Devils' Mancunian neighbours will be Carrick's first in the Old Trafford dugout alongside his new assistants Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate and former United centre-back Jonny Evans. ‘Like I said, we want to be near the top of the league, we want to be top of the league.

Source: Daily Mail January 16, 2026 22:56 UTC