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Shea Lacey vs Amad – Michael Carrick’s next Man United decision is staring him in the face

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has a selection call to make with Shea Lacey and Amad vying to start on the right-hand side against Aston Villa…

By Jack Flintham · Manchester Evening News

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Jack Flintham argues Michael Carrick must start 19-year-old Shea Lacey over Amad against Aston Villa.
Lacey impressed as a substitute against Roma, providing the assist for Matheus Cunha's winning goal.
Carrick praised Lacey's attacking ability, mischief on the ball, and commitment to defending at right-back.

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Jack Flintham of the Manchester Evening News argues that Manchester United manager Michael Carrick must start teenager Shea Lacey over Amad against Aston Villa. After coming on as a substitute against Roma, 19-year-old Lacey completed all seven passes and assisted Matheus Cunha for the winning goal.

Flintham believes Carrick's managerial future hinges on the upcoming match against Aston Villa. He suggests Carrick risks suffering the same fate as former manager Erik ten Hag if he opts for the safer choice of Amad instead of rewarding Lacey's impactful performance.

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Shea Lacey vs Amad – Michael Carrick’s next Man United decision is staring him in the face

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