Michael Carrick’s senior squad is taking shape as more players return, but one wonderkid is determined to force his way into those plans. Against PSG, only Shea Lacey, the Fletcher twins, and Harry Amass played as academy graduates, with the senior players earning their keep instead. However, one youngster who was snubbed vs PSG reminded Michael Carrick of his qualities in the game he did play on the same day for the U21s. It is no secret that Carrick rates Thwaites highly, but there are multiple midfielders ahead of him in the pecking order. More United NewsThwaites didn’t get discouraged, playing against Ipswich U21s in a 5-1 win where he sent a timely reminder of his qualities.