In a video shared by Manchester united on X handle, Michael Carrick opened up about his return to the spotlight as Manchester United prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur a fixture loaded with personal meaning for him.
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Carrick admitted there’s a touch of irony in coming up against Thomas Frank this weekend, revealing they had a long, friendly chat back in September about football ideas and processes. On the pitch, though, he expects a serious test. Despite Tottenham’s injury problems, Carrick warned their attackers are still dangerous and love to “stretch the backline,” making them a real threat.
On team news, Carrick offered a mixed update. Mason Mount is close to returning, while Matthijs de Ligt is making good progress—but the Spurs game has come “a little bit too soon” for him.
Carrick also reflected on how quickly he fell in love with United after joining from London in 2006. While he has good memories of his short spell at Spurs under Martin Jol, he said everything changed the moment he walked into Old Trafford and met the manager.
From that point, his loyalty was clear. He also spoke movingly about the Munich Air Disaster remembrance, calling United’s history a “responsibility” that everyone at the club must carry forward.
Inside the dressing room, the mood has improved. Diogo Dalot has credited the team’s recent upturn in form to intense training sessions and clearer tactical work. He said the squad is “fully invested” and “alive,” and that has shown in three straight wins.
According to Softfootball, the sharper structure since the coaching change has helped the players perform with more confidence and direction.
That momentum was clear in United’s dramatic 3–2 win over Fulham, which sparked huge reactions online. After a viral post on X, fans flooded the comments with praise for the team’s fight and renewed belief, with many pointing to Carrick’s calm influence and the squad’s improved intensity.
Looking ahead, Carrick confirmed there have been talks about possible mid-season friendlies during gaps in the schedule—an idea previously mentioned by Rúben Amorim but nothing is decided yet. As for his own future, Carrick brushed aside the “what ifs,” insisting the players are focused only on finishing the season strongly. For now, all eyes are on Spurs and another chance for United to show their progress.
