Man Utd star’s performance in win over Chelsea ‘the best he has played’ says Carrick

Man Utd star’s performance in win over Chelsea ‘the best he has played’ says Carrick

Michael Carrick says Kobbie Mainoo’s performance against Chelsea was the best he has played under him.

Mainoo recovered from injury to start against Chelsea as Matheus Cunha scored the only goal of the game in a 1-0 win.

“I think that was the best Kobbie has played, certainly since I’ve been back here,” Carrick said.

“I think to step up with so many sides to his game tonight, I thought he looked so composed, so calm, had a real good presence about him, defended well. It’s not easy when you’ve got really good players against you, the battle with him and Cole Palmer.

“He had to be right at it tonight but he showed so much quality and composure in a tough environment to show us what he can do.

“He didn’t train an awful lot really, he only did a little bit on Thursday and a little bit more yesterday so it wasn’t a lot. Again, credit to him for stepping in.”

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Carrick also hailed makeshift central defensive duo Ayden Heaven and for stepping up in the absence of four key players in , , Mathjis de Ligt and .