We need Michael Carrick. For me, he's the first name on the teamsheet. His intelligence, his vision, his anticipation and reading of the game - the balance he brings to the team. Hope he stays injury free for the rest of the season as he'd bring some much needed continuity in the midfield department!

Great news. With a flurry of matches to be played the return of those two will make the whole set-up less worrying, in case of more injuries and what nots. Feels good to see a steely approach to the Carling Cup. The release of so many last year after the loss and the placement of a much stronger team means players will get their chances while assuring that they do not burn out.

great to have them back especially carrick. but after our performance against blackburn id keep the same team against west brom...fitness permitting

Without any iota of doubt, Michael and Owen add depth to Sir Alex's arsenal of players, required for the number of competitions ahead. Their availability gives the opportunity to use other quality players sparingly, avoiding overuse, whilst keeping everyone in top condition. Trust Sir Alex's ability to use his weaponry to his fullest advantage, otherwise Giggs would have been burnt-out long ago. Their return reduces pressure on Sir Alex at a time when Paul Scholes is out due to injury, at this critical time as we march on to the Chrismas schedule. Perfect timing and welcome lads. Stay healthy, especially you, Owen!!

Carrick is fantastic, he has lots of critics on here, but look at what we have won in his two seasons here. Not all down to him obviously, but he has played an instrumental part in that success and i'm so glad he is back...when he git onjured at Anfield, we lost the game...

as for Missus Hargreaves, well someone had to take over from Louise Saha!!!

I was hoping they would be back soon & they both are in contention for the WBA match,great! considering possebon+scholes injured too.However we can still win comfortably against WBA without both of them as the trio of fletch,anderson & giggs have been playing well.Carrick+hargo will surely be more useful for the tougher matches,the CL matches for example.

One a game a month for Hargreaves. He'll be back on the treatment table next week.

thank God no Michael Carrick critics here today. This guy is unbelievably underrated. Has anyone ever noticed that Schole's performances get much better when MC plays next to him. His presence allows united 2 avenues of creative passes rather than just one. In my opion he is one of the most important players in our team. I hope he remains injury free.

When Hargo gets fit, or at least can compete for a run of games, will allow us to have so much attacking force we will rule!!!..... for the time he can stay fit. Owen has keano-evolution about him, if he can overcome tendonitis.. if .. but he can!! How fustrating!!!

Best news I've heard in a while. I hope Michael hits that run of form he had hit a couple of seasons back against Roma. His vision in that match was amazing. Couple that with Berba's first touch and we have one hell of a combination.

As for hargo, would love to see him back, but you'll will excuse me if I seem a bit skeptical about him returning. Would rather him be back against one of the top teams where he will definitely be an asset. Save him for the CL and derby games.

I am sure that I am not the only United fan who is somewhat bemused at the clubs failure to secure the permanent services of Carlos Tevez this summer. The Carlos was a sensation last season and chipped in with some invaluable goals and formed a telepathic relationship with Wayne Rooney. Surely if there was to be a £30m+ signing this summer then its have been the Argentinean and not Berbatov.

Manchester United took a huge risk with Tevez; given that he is only with us on loan. It is all well and good the United claiming that there is no such hitches and that it will be resolved in the new year, but I wonder if the club are possibly having second thoughts and are maybe looking elsewhere. It is reportedly going to cost the club in the region of £32-35m to secure the deal; however with the current financial climate the way it is, you do sense that either the demands and fee of the player are going to have to dramatically reduce or the club are going to have to look for the cheaper alternative. This would be a sad conclusion for both fans and a [player that has given so much.United have been given aged players and squan players new deals but TEVEZ has been left out in the cold.
I don't normally buy into transfer speculation, but the very fact that the Carlos came out himself last week and felt the need to express concern suggests twitchiness on the part of the Argentinean. Tevez wants to stay at Old Trafford, despite being unjustly left on the bench but he knows more than anyone that he is owned by a third party and therefore his wishes will count for little, as he will be open to the highest bidder. There are cheaper options out there and with the crunch hitting all football clubs, United may have no option.
In the past week the club has been linked with Wigan's Antonio Valencia and in the past few days with the new Brazilian sensation Douglas Costa; who has seemingly the whole of Europe's elite vying for his signature. A £21m get out clause will certainly prove a damn sight cheaper and given that he is of similar ilk to Tevez will only make it even more appealing to the money men at Old Trafford. Valencia likewise will only cost United in the region of £18-20m, so Sir Alex may have his hand forced when it comes to the end of the season.
Should United pay over the odds for Tevez in January or are they looking to move for a cheaper option?

Is Fergie bringing Brazil to MANCHESTER.
It appears clear he now is trying to buy Costas the 18 yr old star?

Danny, as much as I admire Tevez you have to pause and think about paying out 30 mill to another Rooney. With Berbatov and Rooney the main starters we need to get a good look at Manucho and Wellbeck and why not go for the Brazillian if he is as good as everyone says he is. I think we need to think long and hard about dishing out 30 mill for Carlito.

Django, Hampshire

Hargreaves, one match a month is what you are worried about. Well that may be enough for us to win us a trophy or two for that man can influence a match. Hopefully it will be more like two matches a month. That's 24 a season and SAF won't feel the urge to use the boot.

After having to wait for a year+ for the man and knowing the quality he is and the confidence I feel when he is on the field and seeing his sweet freekick, I feel that I want him to stay at ManU until he retires.

Danny, WILMSLOW,

Another concerned fan re. the Tevez situation. With him around, in case Rooney gets crocked, we have a strong hardworking back-up. These two guys are of amazing mold, very hardworking. If he goes, and Rooney is not available, I do not think Campbell, Manucho, or Welbeck will be able to make up that energy and create a similar level of disruption amongst the opposition. Just asking, do you think Campbell could make the grade at OT considering the level of players here: eg Berba, Ronaldo, Rooney, et.al.?

Hi Guys , it seems everyone is concerned with teves situation. We got him on 2 years loan and then option to sign him permanently with a fees agreed with MSI already. Fergie already said that he considered it to be worthwhile deal and considering the market and his quality somewhat cheap.

Now about making the deal permanent. It works like this, we signed him for 2 loan years and we have to pay the fees for 2 years. Regardless we sign him today or 30th May 2009 we have to pay loan fees. If we sign him today then obviously we have 2 pay the agreed fee today as well. Financially it does not make any sense. Why not leave that amount in deposit and earn interest on it and that interest will make part of fees.

In finance terms, if you are allowed credit then make sure you pay it off on the last possible day.

Hargreaves was instrumental in helping win the European Cup, but to this point he has to be labeled a flop. If he can't play a run of games he needs to go. Utd. finally got shot of Saha, the last thing they need is another serial crock. I love Hargreaves as a player, but I can't stand blokes who always seem to find a way to be unavailable for selection.

Both players are vitally important to our campaign this season and I wish both a long run of injury free games. I feel a lot better knowing they are available to play the 2 defensive midfielders in a 4-2-3-1 formation if that what SAF elects to play.

Don’t get yourselves worked up over the Tavez paper-talk. Unless anything extraordinary happens in the next six months he will sign as planned.

Soljay, USA, 11Oct. Please be careful when using the words Michael, Owen, Sir Alex, Arsenal in the same sentence. It’s enough to get anyone worried before they get to the end of the line.

Can't wait until Carrick is back has a fixture in the side. The guy is class and has been one of my favourite players since he has been with us. Only two seasons but it seems a lot longer.

Raju, Campbell looks the part,he could be a hit however at United players have to be a bit special.I think manucho could do a great job,he has not had a real chance yet.
Mardid our out of time,they are living in the past.
THE PREMIER LEAGUE IS THE PLACE TO BE.
I would like ti sign Messi.

Where is the logic in selling Hargreaves???