This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Manchester United travels to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Friday. The Red Devils maintain their solid performance under Michael Carrick's leadership, recording seven wins in nine games, which has taken them to third place. Manchester United's task will not be easy, as Andoni Iraola's team has not lost in their last five Premier League matches. Carrick stated that he tries not to pay too much attention to the results achieved, especially the victories at Old Trafford. In contrast, Manchester United has failed to win two of their last three away games in the league. 'We had good results at home, but that doesn't mean everything is resolved and we can move on. It was good to win at Old Trafford, and that gave us more confidence, and our fans feel it too. There is no particular difference in how we prepare and think about these games,' explained Carrick. The former midfielder praised his captain Bruno Fernandes, who made two more assists in the victory over Aston Villa, thus breaking David Beckham's previous record for the most assists. He also had kind words for Kobbie Mainoo, who has shown good performances in recent games after being relegated to the bench by Ruben Amorim. 'I think Bruno is having a fantastic season, he is doing very well and has a great influence on our game. That puts him in the discussion for Player of the Season, and I would be happy to see him receive the award. That says a lot about what is happening at the club and about the team's play, but we will still see how things develop. I am really pleased with him. Kobbie Mainoo has many things to improve and develop, which is natural at this stage of his career. I hope he continues to improve; right now, he is doing very well after a long period without playing regularly, but then he registered a series of appearances and got into rhythm. He performed very well over the weekend, controlled the pace of the game, and helped in defense when necessary, so I am impressed with him,' shared Carrick. Amorim's successor confirmed that Matthijs de Ligt and Patrick Dorgu remain sidelined. Lisandro Martínez will also be unavailable, but he is getting closer to returning. Mason Mount will be on the bench but is not yet ready to start. Noussair Mazraoui missed training due to illness, and it is still uncertain whether he will recover in time for the game. 'Lisandro Martínez is closer than Matthijs de Ligt, much closer. He will be available for the next game. Patrick Dorgu is also improving. Noussair is simply ill and does not feel very well. For Mason Mount, it would be too early to start at this moment, considering how much he has trained. It is great to have him back because he is a fantastic player and it is excellent to have him in the team. The next break gives him the opportunity to catch up, which is good,' concluded Carrick.
Bruno Fernandes Manchester United remains central to this story.
Bruno Fernandes Manchester United remains central to this story.
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