“Michael Carrick 'loving it' at Manchester United despite worst league start in 40 years” — what this page in the network covers. Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says he is 'loving it' at Old Trafford despite the club's worst start to a league season in 40 years. United have collected just six points in the Premier League, their lowest tally at this stage since 1986-87, and face a daunting Champions League trip to Atlético Madrid on Tuesday. Speaking ahead of the match in Madrid, Carrick acknowledged his team are in 'a spot' but insisted they will 'come out fighting'.
He revealed that captain Bruno Fernandes has been 'carrying something' but backed the midfielder to rediscover his form. United will be without Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw, who picked up knocks in the draw against Tottenham. Carrick pointed to Arsenal's progress under Mikel Arteta, who finished 'seventh or eighth' in his first two seasons before winning the title, as a reminder that building takes time. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.