Rooney urges Carrick to drop Shaw, Santos, start Dorgu and Mainoo vs Ipswich
Wayne Rooney told Michael Carrick to drop Luke Shaw and Andrey Santos from Manchester United’s starting XI for the weekend Premier League clash against newly promoted Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. On The Overlap, Rooney said he would play young left‑back Dorgu instead of Shaw and be more aggressive, and bring in midfielder Mainoo to replace Santos.
United’s 2‑1 defeat to Hull City in the opener exposed defensive frailties, prompting Rooney’s call for changes. The suggestion matters to Nigerian fans because United’s matches draw huge local followings, affect fantasy leagues, betting and bragging rights, and Rooney’s critique highlights concerns over Shaw’s recent form and Santos’ adaptation after losing their opener to Hull City. A win against Ipswich is expected, so lineup tweaks could influence the result and fan confidence.
If Carrick takes Rooney’s advice, will you start Dorgu in your fantasy team, expect a more aggressive left‑back, or adjust your match predictions for United’s encounter with Ipswich this weekend?