Michael Carrick has expressed admiration for Elliot Anderson, citing that he has offered so much for Nottingham Forest. Softfootball gathered, this statement was made during his press conference ahead of Manchester United EPL clash with Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford today, Sunday 17th May 2026.
This was the exact statement of Michael Carrick:
He’s done well. I think he’s a big part of their team. I think he offers so much… You can see obviously he is important part of their team.

Carrick has already been confirmed to be given a permanent deal with Manchester United, as new contract is expected to be signed soon, with discussions centred around either a two-year contract with an option to extend or a direct three-year agreement.
He was able to earn this contract after qualifying Manchester United for the UEFA Champions League for the 2026/27 season, as United had missed out several times in previous years.