Perfect timing for Carrick: £112m Man Utd duo poised to return vs Aston Villa - Opinion

Manchester United now have a free weekend due to their early FA Cup exit ahead of hosting Aston Villa on March 15.

The encounter promises to be a tantalising battle between two sides fiercely competing to secure a coveted place in the UEFA Champions League for next season.

The Red Devils currently sit third in the Premier League table, level on points with Villa.

With just nine games left in the season, United head coach Michael Carrick will be eager for his side...