Is Fulham a truer test of Carrick’s Man United?

Описание: A 'gentle glow' is still lingering over Michael Carrick's Manchester United but, with seventh-placed Fulham coming to Old Trafford this weekend, are we now entering a run of games that will give us a clearer indication as to whether he has turned the team's fortunes around?

Tactically, there aren't too many obvious concerns, but Fulham are a big strong side and physicality will be paramount. Because of that, Patrick Dorgu may be a big miss. Ruled out for an estimated ten weeks with a hamstring injury, the young Dane has put in some powerful, intense performances recently and is showing glimpses of real potential.

There are a few variations Carrick can implement in Dorgu's absence, but it puts a little more onus on the fitness of Luke Shaw. The team will also rely on the experience of Casemiro, Harry Maguire, and Bruno; with the Brazilian's departure this summer confirmed, do the club need to hang on to their other veterans?

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Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
01:15 - Can United follow up these last two incredible results against Fulham?
15:45 - 1958 Protests
19:21 - Team news, Dorgu out for 10 weeks
28:07 - Luke Shaw's record PL run
32:48 - Harry Maguire's future
35:26 - Potential leadership vacuum
38:26 - Dressing room in a better place
41:51 - Old face returns to youth team
44:34 - Any youth players to step up in Dorgu's absence?
46:48 - No sign of Ruben Amorim
49:25 - Transfer window "update"

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