Lukaku thanks Carrick for making him a ‘better player’

Whilst it was well known that Carrick would be joining the United coaching staff this summer, it appears that the 36-year-old started in his new role ahead of time.

Speaking to 'MUTV, Lukaku revealed that Carrick has been helping him out with his video analysis since the turn of the year.

"Michael, I want to say a big thank-you for what you've done for me since January," Lukaku said.

"I mean, not a lot of people will know that now we do video sessions after every single game to prepare for the next game and, like I've said, sometimes you think those video sessions don't help me going forward. But they do because I became a better player and I became a better version of myself.

"I think it also starts in training when we do the extra bits and the extra exercises to become a better player. Your eye for detail really helped me a lot more. I've had a lot of mentors in my young career and you're certainly one of them.

"It will be a joy to work with you in the staff next season. Hopefully, I can improve on the bits and pieces that you want me to improve on.

"Good luck after your career and I hope to see you in preseason so we can start a new chapter in the work that we do.'