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CARRICK OUT OF ENGLAND SQUAD
Michael Carrick will be ruled out of the match against Switzerland after suffering an injury. After further examination by England's medical staff, it has been decided to release Carrick back to Old Trafford for treatment, leaving coach Fabio Capello with 24 remaining members of his squad.
One of them, Darren Bent, is hoping to continue to make an impact on Saturday after netting in his last three internationals - against Switzerland, Denmark and Wales.
CARRICK READY FOR CHELSEA
Michael Carrick has said that his side are ready to face Chelsea in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
Forget the Luzhniki Stadium penalty drama that saw the Reds snatch the Champions League almost three years ago from the Londoners in Russia.
Forget the fact United have not won at Stamford Bridge since 2002.
Reds midfielder Carrick insists the comeback at Upton Park four days ago is the key factor.
“The West Ham result has given us a big boost,” said the Old Trafford midfielder.
CARRICK DISAPPOINTED
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has said that he is disappointed about not winning against Marseille.
Both sides failed to create a clear-cut chance during the clash with a 20-yard effort from Darren Fletcher being the only real test for Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda.
Sir Alex Ferguson's side will be favourites to progress to the last eight despite not securing a precious away goal but Michael Carrick accepted that he and his team-mates had failed to perform in the south of France.
TOTTENHAM WILL BUY CARRICK
Tottenham are planning to make a bid for Manchester United’s Michael Carrick in the summer. Tottenham will this summer look to lure former White Hart Lane midfielder Michael Carrick into leaving Manchester United for a move to North London. The England international has had an up and down season and Harry Redknapp is hopeful he can persuade his former West Ham charge to leave Old Trafford.
CARRICK TO HOLD TALKS
Michael Carrick is set to hold talks with Manchester United over his future in the next few days. Michael Carrick has found his form after a slow start to the season and plans are in place to discuss updating his current deal, which has 18 months to run.
United will decide which of the players nearing the end of their deals that they want to keep.
Brazilian Anderson has already signed a new long-term contract, while the club are trying to persuade Patrice Evra to stay despite interest from Real Madrid.
CARRICK URGES MANCHESTER UNITED TO WIN
Michael Carrick has urged Manchester United to win more matches by converting draws into victories. Among the games where another lead was let slip was against West Brom, United's next opponents when they travel to the Hawthorns on Saturday.
Carrick admits his side are becoming concerned at failing to close out the wins they need if they are to lift the championship come May.
But he warned if his team-mates start dwelling on their late slips, they are in danger of losing out on the prospect of winning silverware all together.
CARRICK CALLS FOR FOCUS
Michael Carrick has said that Manchester United should focus more during the Christmas period. Despite having two matches postponed this month – against Blackpool on 4 December and then against Chelsea last weekend – United find themselves two points clear going into the festive period. This is the stage of the season when Sir Alex Ferguson's side traditionally gain momentum and Michael Carrick believes after a slow start, the same is happening this campaign.
FULHAM INTERESTED IN SIGNING MICHAEL CARRICK
Mark Hughes has said that he will be interested in signing out of favour Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick in the January transfer window. Anders Lindegaard will be arriving.
Carrick is contracted to Manchester United until the end of next season and has yet to agree a new deal with the club. He has not had an easy time of things this term, suffering from an Achilles problem.
VILLA TARGET CARRICK
Aston Villa are lining up a sensational scoop for Micheal Carrick, it has been revealed. The People claims Villa boss Gerard Houllier will be given significant funds to spend in the upcoming transfer window.
It is believed that Villa owner Randy Lerner is ready to hand Houllier up to £30 million to spend to bolster his squad for the second half of the season. Michael Carrick has struggled over the last couple of seasons at United and appears to be at the top of the French coach’s wish list.
CARRICK SET TO RETURN
Michael Carrick is set to return from Achilles injury for Manchester United against Valencia . Michael Carrick, 29, hasn't featured since aggravating the injury in the Community Shield victory against Chelsea in August. His return has boosted manager Sir Alex Ferguson's options after Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs joined long-term absentee Owen Hargreaves on the sidelines.
