‘He’s clever, he’s smart’: Michael Carrick praises Man United star

Michael Carrick has singled out Christian Eriksen for praise after the playmaker’s bright start to life as a Manchester United player.

The Danish midfielder signed for the Red Devils in July on a three-year contract after Eriksen opted against staying at Brentford following his six-month spell with the London club.

Eriksen has quickly earned himself a regular spot in the Manchester United team so far this season, with the former Spurs star having started all six of the Red Devils’ Premier League games this term...