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midfielder is a “shining example” to the Baby Bentley brigade of young footballers who believe they have made it before they have achieved anything.

“It is quite refreshing to look at Scott and see how he deals with it,” Carrick said. “He comes in, he is always doing extra training, he’s desperate to do well and he’s always looking for those little things to improve on.

“All the glitz and the glamour that can surround young players these days, he doesn’t seem too interested in that, which is fantastic, especially at this stage of his career. It is about making a career.

“You’ve got to earn it, you’ve got to establish yourself and he’s done great so far.”

Mctominay is not the only player finding his feet at Old Trafford.

Sanchez has had a challenging start at United following his move from Arsenal in January, but Carrick has no doubts the Chilean will be a hit.

“He just loves the game,” said Carrick. “Every day in training he is the first one out with the ball at his feet, which is great to see.

“He is desperate to do well. We know exactly what he brings and he will have a great time here.

“I said when he first signed, he is a Man United player. He suits the way we play, he has got that excitement, he always looks forward, he is dynamic.

“You can judge him in the first few games or whatever, but I think over time he will be terrific. I have no doubts about it.”