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Carrick Praises Mainoo After Near Exit

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has praised Kobbie Mainoo as 'incredible' after the 20-year-old nearly left the club to seek regular first-team football.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has opened up about his decision to bring Kobbie Mainoo back into the fold after the 20-year-old expressed a desire to leave Old Trafford in search of regular first-team opportunities.

Such was Mainoo's dire situation, the young midfielder had told club chiefs he wished to explore a move away from the club. Carrick's intervention has seemingly changed the course, with the boss now hailing Mainoo's quality and potential at the club.