Afraid I must have been watching a different game to some who acclaim Carricks performance at the weekend (and his contribution this season)-maybe it's different when you're actually at the matches rather than watching from an armchair. Against Newcastle Scholes was neat and tidy as usual, linking play and looked the part. Carrick however was distinctly average, and that's being kind.
I genuinely want Carrick to succeed, but don't understand why he was bought and what he adds to the team. Scholes is a better passer, better finisher and at least has a go at tackling (sometimes we wish he didn't be at least he tries). So far I have seen little to suggest Carrick fits in at United. He can pass a ball ok - yes, but he has no pace, can't tackle, and looks lost in the opposition half. He can't drive forward with purpose and looks lost alongside the impressive Scholes. He's a poor immitation of Veron in my mind, and someone who doesn't suit the Man Utd way of playing football.
Senna or Hargreaves would have been a great foil for Scholes. at 25 and £14m-£18m I just don't see what we get from Carrick. PLEASE PROVE ME WRONG
