During his playing days, Carrick oozed class in the middle of the park, pulling the strings much like the composer of an orchestra.
Since his retirement in 2018, United have had a number of midfielders, but few have matched the nonchalant composure with which Carrick governed the central areas. That was, until Christian Eriksen arrived at the club this summer.
The Denmark international began his career as a no.10, but has been utilised by manager Erik ten Hag in a deeper role this season, drawing comparisons with the likes of Carrick and another United great, Paul Scholes.