United agree Carrick fee

Michael Carrick looks set to complete his protracted move to Manchester United from Tottenham after the clubs agreed a fee.

Carrick has yet to agree personal terms with the Old Trafford outfit but should have a medical on Monday.

A club statement tonight said: “Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur can confirm that they have agreed terms for the transfer of the registration of Michael Carrick conditional upon the player agreeing personal terms with Manchester United.

“He shall also be required to pass a medical that will take place on Monday.”