Carrick named as new United captain

Michael Carrick has been confirmed as the new captain of Manchester United following Wayne Rooney’s move to Everton.

“It feels great and it is such a huge honour to captain such a great club,” he said. “It is my 12th year now and I came as a 25-year-old. I never thought I could be here for so long and achieve so much. Now, to lead the boys and look after the young boys, it is a nice thing and a real pleasure.”