Michael Carrick laughs off Sir Alex Ferguson comparison but makes Manchester United plea

On the 40th anniversary of Sir Alex Ferguson's arrival as Manchester United's knight in shining armour, Michael Carrick insists that repeating the unprecedented success of the Fergie era at Old Trafford remains a realistic ambition. The Scot won 38 trophies in his 26 years at Old Trafford, including 13 Premier League titles and two Champions Leagues, but his exit in 2013 has led to a spiral and United haven't come close to challenging for either of those honours since. The anniversary of Ferguson's arrival comes at a time when United again find themselves in crisis.