Man Utd Morning Round-Up, Tuesday 3rd November 2026: Carrick's Men Build Up to Roma Clash Amid Martinez Scrutiny
It's Champions League night at Old Trafford, with United hosting Roma this evening under Michael Carrick, and the build-up has dominated the headlines this morning. Roma boss Gian Piero Gasperini has had his say on the match ahead of kick-off (Manchester Evening News), while Carrick himself has been addressing questions over a player's attitude and commitment, with the Manchester Evening News reporting "contact made" with the star in question (Manchester Evening News). Kobbie Mainoo has also spoken out before the game, making a demand of his teammates amid the ongoing scrutiny on Carrick (Manchester Evening News).
On the team news front, it's a tricky night for United with nine players reportedly set to miss out against Roma following a Marcus Rashford injury update (Manchester Evening News). Carrick also faces a conundrum over Lisandro Martinez as the line-up is predicted (Manchester Evening News), with United's writers offering their own view on how the side should set up for the visit of the Italian side (Manchester Evening News).
Away from team selection, Martinez finds himself under fire elsewhere too, with TeamTalk reporting he's been told he should be sold in January, branded "not good enough" and a "liability" by a critic who admitted "he makes me sick" (TeamTalk). Meanwhile there's a case being made that Amad could be the answer to United's attacking issues after his display against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge last weekend, where he squandered several big chances (Manchester Evening News).
On the gossip front, BBC Sport reports United have been scouting a Borussia Dortmund quartet (BBC Sport). Elsewhere, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has taken on a new role after missing out on a United return, keeping his connection to the club alive (Manchester Evening News).
All eyes now turn to Old Trafford tonight as Carrick's side look to get a much-needed result against Roma in the Champions League (Manchester Evening News).
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