Football NewsSky SportsUnverified source· 4 Sept 2026
Carrick convinced United squad improved after summer window
Despite a lower net spend than newly promoted sides, Michael Carrick believes his Manchester United squad is stronger.
Manchester United
team
Net spend
£118m
Signings
Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, Carlos Baleba, Karl Darlow
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What happened. Michael Carrick expressed confidence in his Manchester United squad after the summer transfer window, despite a net spend lower than newly promoted Ipswich and Coventry.
- United focused on midfield overhaul, signing Santos, Tielemans, and Baleba.
- Karl Darlow joined on a free transfer from Leeds.
- Gary Neville urged United to invest in defence before window closed.
“I'm convinced we are that.”
— Michael Carrick
United bounced back from opening defeat with a 5-2 win over Ipswich, showing character.
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