Michael Carrick lauded Kobbie Mainoo as "incredible" after Manchester United chose to bring the 20‑year‑old into the squad following the exile of Ruben Amorim. Mainoo had been in a dire situation, expressing to club chiefs his wish to move away for regular first‑team football.
The decision to welcome Mainoo back was seen as a sign of faith in the young midfielder’s potential, with Carrick highlighting the club’s commitment to developing homegrown talent.