Michael Carrick reveals Manchester United transfer plan

Manchester United caretaker boss Michael Carrick has confirmed that strengthening the left flank is firmly on the club’s agenda as he maps out long-term squad improvements, regardless of how long he remains in the dug-out.

Appointed only until the end of the season to steady the ship, Carrick has surpassed expectations, guiding United to six wins and a draw during an unbeaten sequence that has intensified calls for the 44-year-old to receive the permanent managerial reins.

Speaking ahead of Sunday’s meeting with Newcastle United, the former United midfielder underlined his commitment to decisions that serve the club well beyond the summer window.

“It’s my responsibility, however long I’m here, to make decisions that are the best for the football club in the long term,” Carrick said.

Pressed specifically on the left-wing role, he acknowledged the vacancy: “It’s a point to consider, definitely. I think Matheus Cunha can play in that position. Amad can do it too. But adding a left winger is a possibility, yes.”

While Cunha and Amad Diallo have deputised wide on the left, academy graduate Patrick Dorgu had made the spot his own prior to injury, earning January Player of the Month honours for his performances.

With Dorgu sidelined, recruitment staff have re-evaluated the position, placing a natural left-sided attacker high on the rebuilding shortlist alongside midfield reinforcements.

Carrick’s public admission marks the first time United have clarified a positional priority since the interim regime took charge, signalling intent to address balance in the final third ahead of next season.