BongdaPlus examined Michael Carrick’s midfield options at Manchester United while Bruno Fernandes’ fitness remained uncertain. Carlos Baleba was on the bench for the 1-1 draw with Fulham, offering another option after an ankle injury had delayed his involvement.
The article suggested pairing Baleba with Kobbie Mainoo behind Youri Tielemans if Fernandes was not ready. That arrangement would add ball-winning strength while preserving creativity further forward. It is a tactical proposal ahead of the Tottenham match, rather than a confirmed starting midfield announced by Carrick.