Michael Carrick has been named permanent Manchester United captain, replacing Wayne Rooney following the forward’s transfer to Everton.
The 35-year-old midfielder has worn the armband on occasion in recent years and has stepped up from the vice captain role he fulfilled last season.
The appointment was revealed on United’s official Twitter account, with the following message sent out: “Congratulations to @carras16 – our new #MUFC captain!”
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