Overview
- Michael Carrick, alongside Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate and Travis Binnion, attended Manchester United Under-21s’ match at Leigh Sports Village to show support for the academy.
- United are keeping January recruitment to a minimum according to reporting from The Athletic, with longer-term squad planning tied to decisions expected in the summer.
- Ajax approached United about taking Manuel Ugarte on loan, but the club rejected the inquiry, with his future usage to be assessed under Carrick.
- Loan pathways for young players are advancing, with Hull City’s manager stating Toby Collyer has a green light to join and a medical scheduled, while further development moves are being lined up.
- Media reports indicate Carrick has made training sessions shorter but more intense at Carrington, a change not formally confirmed by the club.