Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick will address the media today before the Fulham clash
Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick will address the media today before the Fulham clash
Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick will speak to the media this afternoon ahead of the Premier League clash with Fulham on Sunday afternoon.
has enjoyed the perfect start to life as the temporary boss thanks to victories over Manchester City and Arsenal in his first two games. However, he does have a new injury concern to contend with ahead of Marco Silva's side visiting Old Trafford.
limped off during the victory over the Gunners on Sunday. Reports suggested the Dane could be out for 10 weeks but MEN Sport understands the winger is still being assessed albeit an update is expected today.
Carrick could also be asked about the futures of and in his press conference. Maguire's contract is due to expire at the end of the season and it is understood club bosses are split on whether to extend his stay.
As for Mainoo, his future now looks to be at United after departure. Sunday's fan protest organised by The 1958 could also be discussed ahead of this weekend's action.
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United bosses are yet to decide on what to do about Harry Maguire - with club chiefs understood to be split over the future of the veteran centre-back. Maguire, now 32, will become a free agent in June, and has not been offered a contract extension to remain at Old Trafford. He is allowed to open talks with other clubs - and his representatives from 'Triple S Management' have been in dialogue with some from across Europe..
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reluctant to hand Maguire a new deal. Instead, he believes young duo Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven can develop into a long-term partnership, while United also have Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt to lean on - a duo still in the mid 20s but whom boast a wealth of experience.
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Good morning and welcome along to the United press conference blog! The Reds welcome Fulham to Old Trafford this weekend with spirits high after brilliant wins over City and Arsenal. Carrick is likely to be in a good mood but only if the news surrounding Dorgu's injury is good. The Dane limped off during the defeat to the Gunners and while Carrick suggested it was cramp, reports claim the winger could be out for ten weeks with a hamstring complaint. United fans are also set to protest against the ownership before the game and Carrick could well be asked about this in his press conference.
Stay tuned for updates...