Revealed: What incoming interim boss Michael Carrick has already said about Man United's players - and why it poses a head-to-head problem for Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes
Michael Carrick believes Kobbie Mainoo is a talented player Manchester United should 'build around' as he prepares to take over as interim manager at Old Trafford. But Carrick, who played at Old Trafford for 12 years during his playing career, believes Mainoo is the type of talent Manchester United should build around. Asked by Ferdinand where he would play Mainoo in Manchester United's team, Carrick said: 'He's more of an attacker. I think he's got a massive future. From what he told Ferdinand in September, Carrick will do his best to fit both Mainoo and Fernandes in Manchester United's midfield.
Source: Daily Mail January 13, 2026 08:49 UTC
