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Carrick praises Mainoo, explains his return after Amorim exit

Michael Carrick praised Kobbie Mainoo as 'incredible' after the 20‑year‑old returned to Old Trafford following Ruben Amorim's exit. Mainoo had previously expressed a desire to leave for regular first‑team football.

Michael Carrick, the former United midfielder turned manager, hailed Kobbie Mainoo as "incredible" after the 20‑year‑old was re‑integrated into the squad following the departure of former manager Ruben Amorim.

Mainoo had previously told club officials he wanted to move on to secure regular first‑team football, but the club decided to bring him back from the sidelines, citing his potential and the need for depth.