The former Manchester United midfielder could have moved to the north London club if the Spaniard hadn't emerged as such an excellent talent
Michael Carrick has revealed that Cesc Fabregas scuppered his dream move to Arsenal.
The former Manchester United midfielder is currently an assistant coach at Old Trafford, and spent a total of 12 years at the club.
However, his career could have panned out remarkably differently, had a move to the Gunners gone through.
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Then at West Ham, Carrick was put up for sale by the east London club, who were desperate to raise funds and were languishing in the Championship.