Shi.Skikida Übersicht

One should always be wary of reading too much into friendlies but it's clear that some clubs - and players - are in better shape than others ahead of the big kick-off...

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has delivered a blunt assessment of Michael Carrick’s managerial ceiling, suggesting the former midfielder doesn't have the 'stardust' to lead Manchester United back to the pinnacle of world football. While acknowledging the stability Carrick has brought to Old Trafford, the pundit believes a more elite presence will eventually be required.

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has voiced serious concerns over Manchester United's summer recruitment strategy, suggesting the club may have moved for the wrong midfielder in Youri Tielemans. While Michael Carrick has been busy rebuilding his engine room at Old Trafford, Carragher believes a major opportunity was missed in the market.

For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.