Man Utd focus on Sunderland trip as Carrick stays unfazed and Bruno nears assist mark
Carrick says he is unfazed by United assessing replacements, focusing on leading a resurgent side with 10 wins in 14 and Champions League secured, as players back him for the job.
United visit Sunderland with Champions League secured and eye third. Martínez returns, De Ligt out, Šeško a doubt. Bruno needs one more assist to equal the 20-record. Carrick’s side are in strong form.
Live Saturday build-up across five Premier League games, with Manchester United sitting 3rd after 35 matches on 64 points in the latest table shown.
Ifenna Dorgu, younger brother of United full-back Patrick Dorgu, signs long-term for Botev Plovdiv after HB Køge exit and Genoa youth spell, and could debut vs Cherno More alongside Samuel Kalu.
Amad Diallo, once used as a wing-back by Amorim, is back on the right under Carrick, featuring regularly and praising the manager, saying players ‘will be happy’ if he stays next season.
United’s defence faltered under Ruben Amorim, but Michael Carrick’s back four steadied results. Summer priority is a durable centre-back, with Jarrad Branthwaite and Edmond Tapsoba touted to partner Leny Yoro.
Cardiff link to former Man Utd youngster Charlie Savage noted, with United interest protected by a clause, though full details are unavailable due to site issues.
Wolves’ dream plan includes signing Man Utd goalkeeper Radek Vitek after his standout Bristol City loan, positioning him as a potential No 1 for their Championship push.
Jaap Stam says he would ‘cycle to Barcelona’ to bring De Jong to United as midfield reinforcements are eyed with Casemiro set to leave. Report claims De Gea would only quit Fiorentina to rejoin United.
Carrick says Fernandes is happy, ‘a big part’ of United and set for a big finish. Captain has 8 goals and 19 assists, won FWA men’s footballer of the year amid outside interest.
Brighton U21s beat Spurs 3-1 in the PL2 semi-final and will face Manchester United, who edged Manchester City 4-3, in the final. Date and venue are to be confirmed.
