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Messi deal, Carrick replacement and a new Lahm: each club's pressing need

We're now well into the second half of the season with clubs across Europe seeking glory at home and abroad. From the Premier League to La Liga, Bundesliga to Ligue 1, Europe's top clubs must sort a variety of issues to either ensure their campaign ends successfully or has enough of a basis to kick on next term.

ESPN FC's club correspondents discuss the pressing problems that must be addressed ...

Premier League

MAN UNITED

Michael Carrick's arrival at Old Trafford in 2006 coincided with the start of one of the most successful periods in Manchester United history.