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Michael Carrick says it’s a fresh start for his Manchester United players, whom he believes can grow as a collective by feeding off the energy that comes with focusing on their strengths.

Our new boss explained that to reporters during the second part of his pre-match press conference, ahead of Saturday’s Premier League visit from Manchester City. The 12:30 GMT kick-off at Old Trafford is Carrick’s first game back at the club, and a big chance for his Reds side to make a positive start to this new chapter, with Pep Guardiola's men coming to M16 for a mouthwatering derby encounter.

In the countdown to it, you can see every word from section two of Michael’s media briefing here…

You've been appointed as head coach to the end of the season. There's no mention of interim or caretaker. Have there been any discussions with you and the people here regarding the role beyond this season? “No, not at the moment. I think we're realistic as well, and where we are at the moment, why I'm here and the role I've got to do. That doesn't change how...