Carrick can forget Amad by unleashing Man Utd prodigy with shades of Mata

Football FanCast writer Ethan Lamb argues that Manchester United manager Michael Carrick should drop Amad Diallo and start 19-year-old academy prospect Shea Lacey against Como. Following a six-match winless streak and a 1-1 Premier League draw against Leeds United, Lamb contends that Amad struggled to make an impact, failing to create chances or complete dribbles at Elland Road.

Lamb compares Lacey's playing style to former Manchester United playmaker Juan Mata, highlighting his technical ability and Carabao Cup goal against Brighton. With Lisandro Martinez, Kobbie Mainoo, and Marcus Rashford missing recent training, Lamb suggests the fixture against Cesc Fabregas' Como side offers Carrick the ideal opportunity to introduce the left-footed teenager.