According to the Evening Standard, Bruno Fernandes is expected to start as Manchester United captain against AFC Bournemouth today, despite his public criticism of head coach Carrick.
Manchester United will host AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford this afternoon, aiming for their second Premier League victory of the season.
However, Manchester United has been in poor form recently. After a 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League midweek, the team has gone seven matches without a win across all competitions, significantly increasing pressure on Carrick.
Despite ongoing speculation about Carrick's future, the Evening Standard understands that Carrick will still lead the team against AFC Bournemouth.
Lisandro Martínez and Rashford will remain sidelined with injuries, but Aiden Heavey has received positive news, having recovered from illness.
Mainoo still needs about another week to recover from his injury. He has been absent since the 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur and is currently on the injury list alongside Luke Shaw, Benjamin Šeško, Patrick Dorgu, Ugarte, and Heaton.
For Carrick, the good news is that Yoro can return after serving a suspension in European competition. The French defender has started every match since the autumn international break and could immediately return to the starting lineup. De Ligt appeared rusty in his first start in nearly a year, and Yoro could partner Maguire in central defense.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes publicly criticized Carrick's tactics after the match against Como. He played as a false nine against Leeds United and Como and may return to his more familiar number ten role. His strong comments midweek are not expected to result in him being dropped or penalized.
Zirkzee, who came off the bench to score a consolation goal on Wednesday, might be given a rare Premier League start. Matheus Cunha could pay the price for a lackluster first-half performance, having been substituted at halftime.