Carrick backs Mainoo for big season despite new signings

Michael Carrick expects big things from Kobbie Mainoo amid fierce midfield competition at Manchester United.

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What happened. Michael Carrick backed Kobbie Mainoo to have another major season, despite United's heavy midfield investment.

• United signed Carlos Baleba, Andrey Santos, and Youri Tielemans this summer.
• Mainoo impressed on his return to the starting XI against Ipswich Town.
• Carrick says there is loads still to come from Mainoo.

“There is loads to still come”

— Michael Carrick

Mainoo faces intense competition but Carrick's backing signals continued faith in the young midfielder.

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