Michael Carrick eyes two midfielders in £73m double transfer plot

Manchester United are reportedly preparing January transfer bids after Michael Carrick got off to a brilliant start at Old Trafford with a thumping win over Manchester City

Manchester United enjoyed a brilliant weekend under the guidance of new interim manager Michael Carrick, as they dismantled Manchester City.

Goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu secured a comfortable 2-0 victory for United against their bitter rivals. The Manchester City was a one-sided affair with Pep Guardiola’s team lucky to escape with only a two-goal defeat. Attention now shifts to their upcoming Premier League clash against table toppers Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

In addition to preparing his squad for this fixture, Carrick is also keeping an eye on the ongoing transfer window. Clubs have just two more weeks to finalise their mid-season dealings. While no new faces have arrived at United yet, the club continues to be linked with potential transfers in and out. Here’s all the latest news from Old Trafford.