 Despite being fit he was often overlooked by then @-@ manager Jacques Santini . It was unclear as to whether Santini really wanted him at all as there was much media speculation that Carrick was bought by Tottenham 's Director of Football Frank Arnesen rather than Santini . However , following the departure of Santini and the appointment of new manager Martin Jol he soon emerged as a regular starter in midfield . His first full start for Tottenham was also Jol 's first game in charge of the club away to Burnley in the League Cup on 9 November . During the game he assisted a goal for Robbie Keane as they went on to win 3 – 0 . On 18 December , he produced a display which was influential in helping Tottenham to a 5 – 1 win at home over Southampton . Carrick subsequently ended 2004 – 05 season with 29 league appearances but failed to score as they finished the table in 9th and missed out on a UEFA Cup spot . 
