Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho surprised Red Devils fans by saying he hopes to sign midfielder Michael Carrick for another year despite his limited playing time.
Carrick has been praised by Mourinho and pundits after starting the last two Premier League games while only making one league appearance entering Week 11.
"Michael is 35 years old. It is very sad to know that time flies for every one of us," Mourinho told "ESPN" last week. "He is such a fantastic player and it is a pity, I always loved him, but instead of being his manager when he was 25 I am his manager when he is 35.
"We have a good understanding. We know when he can play. We know when he is ready and when he needs a rest. I am still having Michael Carrick and probably for one more season."