Michael Carrick discusses Manchester United squad depth ahead of Everton match
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick addressed media ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Carrick discussed the club’s recent transfer activity, stating he is satisfied with the additions made to the squad. While acknowledging questions regarding potential depth at left-back, Carrick emphasized the overall balance and flexibility of the current group. He noted that while some transfer targets were unavailable, the club remains in a strong position following the window. The manager highlighted that the existing players possess the versatility required to cover multiple positions throughout the season. An additional embargoed section of the press conference is scheduled for release on Saturday evening.
- •Manchester United travels to the Hill Dickinson Stadium to face Everton on Sunday.
- •Michael Carrick expressed satisfaction with the business completed during the transfer window.
- •The manager stated the squad possesses the necessary flexibility and balance for the upcoming season.
- •An embargoed portion of the press conference is set for release on Saturday at 10.30pm.
- 5:47 PMCBS Sports — Manchester United face test of depth against Everton as Champions League return looms for Michael Carrick
- 9:48 AMYahoo Sports — Michael Carrick expects tough Everton test 'whatever state they're in'
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Will Carrick Make Any Changes? | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Everton
- 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Every word of Michael Carrick’s Everton pre-match press conference
"Michael Carrick says Everton has always been a tough trip "whatever state they're in" and expects no different as Manchester United head to a side reeling from deadline-day disappointment. Both clubs came under scrutiny for their transfer inaction but the Red Devils boast the kind of depth David Moyes dreams of having seen things unravel on Tuesday.
"Manchester United will clash heads with Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium this Sunday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Red Devils managed to earn a domin...
"16 Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media ahead of Sunday’s trip to the Hill Dickinson Stadium to face Everton in the Premier League.Here is every word of the pr...
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External links- CBS SportsSep 5, 2026, 5:47 PMManchester United face test of depth against Everton as Champions League return looms for Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick faces a demanding stretch as the Red Devils look to fix defensive issues and manage squad depth ahead of their Champions League return against Sabah.
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 9:48 AMMichael Carrick expects tough Everton test 'whatever state they're in'
Michael Carrick says Everton has always been a tough trip "whatever state they're in" and expects no different as Manchester United head to a side reeling from deadline-day disappointment. Both clubs came under scrutiny for their transfer inaction but the Red Devils boast the kind of depth David Moyes dreams of having seen things unravel on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 6:25 PMWill Carrick Make Any Changes? | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Everton
Manchester United will clash heads with Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium this Sunday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Red Devils managed to earn a domin...
- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 12:40 PMEvery word of Michael Carrick’s Everton pre-match press conference
16 Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media ahead of Sunday’s trip to the Hill Dickinson Stadium to face Everton in the Premier League.Here is every word of the pr...
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