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Heat is on Carrick but Wilcox must share blame for Manchester United’s woes

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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file

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First Reported· Will Unwin (The Guardian)
44d ago (19 Sept)

"Recruitment is under scrutiny after £155m was spent on three midfielders while other positions were neglected There was a mix of boos and apathy as Manchester United slumped out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday in their latest depressing act in domestic cup competitions."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
44d ago (19 Sept)

"Recruitment is under scrutiny after £155m was spent on three midfielders while other positions were neglected There was a mix of boos and apathy as Manchester United slumped out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday in their latest depressing act in domestic cup competitions. A solemn ..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified