Archive · 4 Sep 2026
Carrick Says Manchester United Grew Stronger After Transfer Window
Michael Carrick is Manchester United’s manager.
He believes the team improved during the summer transfer window.
The club brought in several players, including Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba.
Carrick said the club spent less money than some other teams.
Manchester United lost its first match to Hull City.
The team then beat Ipswich Town 5-2.
Carrick was especially happy with how the players responded after struggling.
Manchester United is now preparing to play Everton.
Michael Carrick said Manchester United strengthened its squad despite spending less than some teams.
He highlighted Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba as additions bringing experience.
Carrick said the transfer window was challenging but United made the most of its circumstances.
United responded to an opening defeat against Hull City with a 5-2 win over Ipswich Town.
Manchester United has three points from two matches and will next face Everton on Sunday.
- Who
- Manchester United manager Michael Carrick and his squad.
- What
- Carrick said Manchester United became stronger after the summer transfer window and praised the team’s response to setbacks.
- When
- The comments were made during a charity golf day; United’s next match is on Sunday.
- Where
- The team is competing in the Premier League; the comments were reported from New Delhi.
- Why
- Carrick wants United to keep improving and believes its transfer business and response to adversity provide encouragement.
- Manager
- Michael Carrick
- Transfer additions highlighted
- Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba
- Opening result
- A defeat to newly promoted Hull City
- Most recent result
- A 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town
- League position
- 10th in the Premier League
- Points
- 3 points from two matches
- Next opponent
- Everton, on Sunday