Champions League return - what's on the Carrick agenda?
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A big goal from super-sub Benjamin Sesko at Everton on Monday gave Manchester United a three-point cushion over Liverpool and Chelsea in the battle for fourth spot in the Premier League.
With Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace both making it through their respective European play-offs, fifth is almost certain to be enough for Champions League qualification.
No European distractions – United entertain Palace at Old Trafford on Sunday – gives Michael Carrick's side a massive advantage and from this position, it would be a shock if they didn't make it.
Carrick is due to face the media this lunchtime, when he is likely to be asked about the fitness of Lisandro Martinez, who missed out on Monday with a calf problem, and whether he will start Sesko, who has scored six goals in seven games.
I wonder if Champions League qualification might also get a mention.