What happened. Wayne Rooney believes recruitment figures have let down Michael Carrick and contributed to Manchester United's difficult start to the season. He still backs his former teammate to turn things around.

Rooney says the squad looks 'a bit weak' after the transfer window
He is confident Carrick can turn United's fortunes around
United have made a difficult start to the season

“a bit weak”
— Wayne Rooney

Carrick will need to lift a squad Rooney feels was left short as United look to climb the table.

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