A host of factors coalesced for United to finish the transfer window having been outspent by their rivals, despite the need to upgrade, writes Richard Jolly. It may force Carrick to adapt, challenging a relatively unproven coach to improve the players at his disposal

United spent to upgrade their midfield but did not buy a centre-back or left back during the transfer window

Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleManchester United head coach Michael Carrick has insisted the club possesses a stronger squad than last season, maintaining that they…