article_snippet.sent: Manchester United have begun the search for Michael Carrick long-term replacement, with Ilkay Gundogan a prime contender to fill the role.
article_snippet.sent: Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has been hugely impressed with Michael Carrick's contribution at Old Trafford this season.
article_snippet.sent: The England international's passing range and ability to dictate the pace of a match has been a key feature for Manchester United.
article_snippet.sent: Michael Carrick has been instrumental in Manchester United recent run of good form .
article_snippet.sent: Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has been impressed with Michael Carrick's contribution to the team .
article_snippet.sent: But at the age of 33, the Dutchman knows the midfielder is in the twilight of the Dutchman career, while the amount of time Michael Carrick has been injured this season is also a worry.
article_snippet.sent: Manchester United will seek to sign Michael Carrick's successor this summer as part of another huge spending frenzy.
article_snippet.sent: Van Gaal has an intrinsic knowledge of the Bundesliga and believes the 24-year-old has the ability to take over from Michael Carrick on a long-term basis.
article_snippet.sent: Carrick, who recently signed a new 12-month extension, will continue to be part of Van Gaal plans next season - but the club are planning for life without Van Gaal.
highlights_snippet.sent: Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has been impressed by Michael Carrick .
  