Post by Scott on Jun 9, 2006 15:06:14 GMT
A 4THEGAME EXCLUSIVE - BY JOSEPH FLYNN
Manchester United Sir Alex Ferguson is celebrating the dramatic capture of Michael Carrick after reaching agreement with Tottenham in a deal worth £14 million.
Michael Carrick Tottenham Hotspur 2005/06 profile size
MICHAEL CARRICK
Following high level talks between Old Trafford chief executive David Gill and Spurs chairman Daniel Levy over the last few days, Tottenham are believed to have accepted United's offer for the talented 24-year-old star.
Carrick is currently in Germany as part of Sven Goran Eriksson's England squad and he will join his new United team-mates for pre-season training once a medical and the final negotiations of his package have been finalised.
The move represents a stunning coup for Ferguson who has been scouring the world for a top class young midfielder following the departure of Roy Keane last season.
After checking stars like Deportivo La Caruna's Argentinian Aldo Duscher, fellow countryman Juan Riquelme from Villareal and Lyon's Mamahoud Diarra Fergie has decided English is best - with Carrick recognised as a burgeoning talent.
Spurs initisally rebuffed United's interest, but with Ferguson adamant the club should push the boat out for Carrick Gill was given the go-ahead by Florida based owners the Glazers to make Tottenham an offer they couldn't refuse.
That hit £14 million - and Spurs are believed to have said yes to United enabling White Hart Lane boss Martin Jol to recruit a top class replacement.
Carrick came through the West Ham youth academy and starred in the club's FA Youth Cup success in 2000. Carrick made his debut for England against Mexico in 2001 but injuries hampered his progress at international and club level before he sealed a £2.75million transfer to Spurs two years ago. He returned to the England set-up for last summer's tour of the USA and impressed when starting in the friendly success against Uruguay.
Manchester United Sir Alex Ferguson is celebrating the dramatic capture of Michael Carrick after reaching agreement with Tottenham in a deal worth £14 million.
Michael Carrick Tottenham Hotspur 2005/06 profile size
MICHAEL CARRICK
Following high level talks between Old Trafford chief executive David Gill and Spurs chairman Daniel Levy over the last few days, Tottenham are believed to have accepted United's offer for the talented 24-year-old star.
Carrick is currently in Germany as part of Sven Goran Eriksson's England squad and he will join his new United team-mates for pre-season training once a medical and the final negotiations of his package have been finalised.
The move represents a stunning coup for Ferguson who has been scouring the world for a top class young midfielder following the departure of Roy Keane last season.
After checking stars like Deportivo La Caruna's Argentinian Aldo Duscher, fellow countryman Juan Riquelme from Villareal and Lyon's Mamahoud Diarra Fergie has decided English is best - with Carrick recognised as a burgeoning talent.
Spurs initisally rebuffed United's interest, but with Ferguson adamant the club should push the boat out for Carrick Gill was given the go-ahead by Florida based owners the Glazers to make Tottenham an offer they couldn't refuse.
That hit £14 million - and Spurs are believed to have said yes to United enabling White Hart Lane boss Martin Jol to recruit a top class replacement.
Carrick came through the West Ham youth academy and starred in the club's FA Youth Cup success in 2000. Carrick made his debut for England against Mexico in 2001 but injuries hampered his progress at international and club level before he sealed a £2.75million transfer to Spurs two years ago. He returned to the England set-up for last summer's tour of the USA and impressed when starting in the friendly success against Uruguay.