Signings impress but squad issues remain as Man Utd finish pre-season

Michael Carrick’s Manchester United showed encouraging signs from their summer signings, but persistent squad issues still need urgent attention as pre-season ends. BBC Sport reports the club’s transfer window produced positives alongside clear negatives. While new arrivals have made an impact in pre-season, questions remain over areas that require swift action before competitive fixtures begin. The assessment highlights a mix of progress and problems inside the squad rather than a settled picture. The balance leaves Carrick with immediate tasks to resolve, with the coming days likely to be decisive for whether those concerns are fixed in time.