Man United preview: Carrick's full season test

Bruno Fernandes and Youri Tielemans could define Michael Carrick's first full season at Old Trafford.

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What happened. The Guardian's Premier League 2026-27 season preview for Manchester United highlights the importance of Bruno Fernandes and Youri Tielemans to Michael Carrick's chances of success over a full season.

• Carrick aims to heal rift between club and fans.
• Guardian writers predict a 5th-place finish.
• Fernandes and Tielemans are key to success.

The season preview sets expectations for Manchester United's upcoming campaign under Carrick.

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