Manchester United continue to be linked to a central midfielder as Michael Carrick got his spell as head coach off to an impressive start with a win over Manchester City

As a player, Man City were Carrick's second-favourite opponent, statistically. He only got more wins in the Prem against Sunderland (16) than he did Man City (P24 W13 D3 L8). Meanwhile, Erling Haaland has been involved in more league goals against United in the PL era than any other City player (11: 8 goals, 3 assists)

One reason for the continued expectation on the shoulders of Amorim was United’s hefty transfer spend. For all the cost-cutting elsewhere, funding for new players has been in spritely supply under Sir Jim Ratcliffe: over £500million has been spent on new players in less than two years of his involvement.

Premier League latest score, match stream, goal updates and fan reaction - Michael Carrick takes charge of Red Devils in lunchtime derby showdown at Old Trafford

THE January transfer window is rolling on at speed and the rumours are hotting up. Manchester City are advancing on a deal to sign Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, according to Fabrizio Romano.