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Mother of hunger striker feels ‘powerless’ as doctors warn of imminent death
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TL:DR – Mother of hunger striker feels ‘powerless’ as doctors warn of imminent death
- Umer Khalid, a 22-year-old activist, has been on a hunger strike for 17 days, recently beginning a thirst strike.
- His family expresses grave concern for his health, fearing he is “round the corner from death.”
- Khalid has a genetic disorder, increasing his risk of severe health complications.
- Protests in support of Khalid led to clashes with police, resulting in 86 arrests.
- Amnesty International has called for urgent government intervention and medical care for Khalid.
Mother of hunger striker feels ‘helpless’ after doctors warn he could die within days | News UK
Umer Khalid has been on a thirst strike since Friday
A pro-Palestinian striker is ’round the corner from death’ after days without water, his family and supporters have told UK News.
Umer Khalid, 22, has been on hunger strike for 17 days over his treatment in jail since facing charges for alleged involvement in the break-in at RAF Brize Norton.
The activist, who has an underlying genetic disorder, stopped drinking water on Friday, putting his life ‘at risk’.
Khalid was subsequently taken to hospital from HMP Wormwood Scrubs yesterday before being returned later that day, his mum Shabana Khalid told UK News.
Protestors supporting Khalid clashed with police outside HMP Wormwood Scrubs on Saturday (Picture: Lab Mo/LNP)
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Shabana, 43, said she understands her son was taken to hospital at around 11am on Sunday but has not heard from him directly since Saturday.
The mum, who lives in Manchester, told UK News: ‘I am very worried, this is an absolute nightmare.
‘I cannot sleep. I feel helpless. Not being able to speak to him and have that reassurance that he is ok is the worst.’
Shabana said she spoke with Ulmer on Saturday, who was then two days into his thirst strike and told her he had a ‘very dry mouth’.
Despite warnings from doctors that people can die within three or four days when on thirst strike, she says he is resolute.
Shabana said: ‘He is not going to back down. He fulfills whatever he says the best he can. He will do the best for everybody around him.’
Dr Qureshi, research director at CAGE International, told UK News: ‘On thirst strike, your body can only take three or four days max. And he’s already been on hunger strike for two weeks.
‘We’re just extremely worried that death is around the corner. I’m genuinely worried he’ll get to a state where he might not survive.’
He said Khalid was due to start his thirst strike on Saturday, but told Dr Qureshi he was beginning it on Friday after staff moved him to a segregated part of the prison.
Khalid initially went on hunger strike in November alongside seven other activists in prison (Picture Guy Smallman/Getty Images)
Dr Qureshi said Khalid told him ‘things were a struggle’ due to tiredness when they last spoke on Friday.
CAGE International supports people who have been affected by counter-terrorism legislation and policy.
Khalid began a hunger strike in November alongside seven other prisoners in custody over their alleged roles in Palestine Action break-ins.
The others have now all ended their action, whereas Khalid continued his hunger strike after a brief pause at Christmas when he became unwell.
Protestors supporting the activist clashed with police at HMP Wormwood Scrubs on Saturday night.
Eighty-six members of the group were detained on suspicion of aggravated trespass after they ‘breached prison grounds’, the Met Police said.
Shabana claimed Khalid’s phone was taken away from him during the protest on Saturday, as often happens, but said it was unusual that she had still not heard from him by now.
What can happen during a hunger strike?
Ian Miller, a historian of hunger strikes in British prisons, told UK News that a hunger strike can typically play out physiologically as follows:
Days One to Seven: decreasing heart rate, physical wasting, weight loss (as bodies eat up their fat reserves in the adipose tissue.
Days Eight to Fourteen: Bodies begin using glycogen stores (energy located in the liver and muscles). Ammonia produced giving a distinctive smell. Weight loss slows down. Loss of heart mass causing a slow heart beat.
Days Fifteen Onwards: Tendencies to collapse and become bedbound. Nightmares very common early on. Physical and psychological health worsens significantly. Very disturbed sleep. ‘Raving all night’, as one hunger strike termed it in the 1920s.
Around twenty to sixty/seventy days: Patients essentially in a state of complete exhaustion, but often still conscious until around 50 days.
Over 70 days: With zero medical intervention or food, this seems to be roughly the limit of survival. In 1920, hunger striker Terence MacSwiney lasted 74 days before he died.
Khalid has a genetic disorder, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, which makes him more vulnerable.
This disorder means he needs a healthy diet and plenty of protein, Shabana said.
He has been warned by doctors that his thirst strike could lead to death within days.
In comments provided by Prisoners for Palestine, Dr Rupa Marya said: ‘With no fluid intake, typically people die of acute kidney failure and other derangements within three to four days.
‘With Khalid’s underlying health condition, he is at increased risk of death even sooner.
‘While the UK government is making plans to build skyscrapers over the remains of Gaza’s buried children, Khalid’s actions expose the absolute barbarity and racist hypocrisy of the UK legal system.
‘By Monday, if the UK government continues to stall, we can expect this young man to be well in the process of dying if not dead.’
Amnesty International raised concerns about Khalid’s condition after he escalated his hunger strike to a thirst strike.
Umer Khalid is on thirst strike at HMP Wormwood Scrubs (Picture: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire)
Kerry Moscogiuri, Chief Executive of Amnesty International UK, said on Friday: ‘Umer Khalid is in a desperate situation and we urge representatives of the Government to meet with his lawyers this weekend before it is too late.
‘Amnesty International has long opposed the misuse of terrorism powers that has led to lengthy, oppressive, and disproportionate detention conditions, contributing directly to this crisis.
‘None of the people who have been involved in the hunger strikes have been found guilty of a crime, yet some have been held in prison for up to 18 months and counting in restrictive conditions after anti-terrorism powers have been used against them.
‘Action is urgently needed now to guarantee communication with legal representatives, ensure proper family contact and provide all urgent and appropriate medical care.’
A Ministry of Justice spokesperson said: ‘Reports of fluid refusal are extremely concerning and the dangers of this are explained to prisoners by healthcare experts.
‘Prisoners are being managed in line with longstanding policy. This includes regular checks by medical professionals, heart monitoring and blood tests, and support to help them eat and drink again.
‘If deemed appropriate by healthcare teams, prisoners will be taken to hospital.’
Arsenal Legend Criticises Fans for Actions Following Man Utd Loss
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TL:DR – ‘Arsenal Legend Criticises Fans for Actions Following Man Utd Loss’
- Arsenal lost 3-2 to Manchester United at the Emirates, highlighting issues for key players.
- Gabriel Jesus struggled to make an impact, contributing to concerns over his role as centre-forward.
- Martin Zubimendi gifted an equaliser to United with a critical blunder, ending a solid start to his Arsenal career.
- Martinez faced criticism but demonstrated resilience after scoring an own goal.
- Bryan Mbeumo excelled, capitalising on Zubimendi’s mistake, while Patrick Dorgu scored a stunning goal before an injury.
‘Shouldn’t happen!’ Arsenal hero slams fans for what they did after Man Utd lo | Football
Emmanuel Petit breaks down the the winners and losers from Arsenal’s 3-2 defeat to Manchester United at the Emirates.
Gabriel Jesus stutters in centre-forward audition
Gabriel Jesus was found wanting for the most part at the Emirates (Picture: Getty)
Given the nod over Viktor Gyokeres after an impressive brace against Inter Milan in midweek, Gabriel Jesus will no doubt have been itching to nail down his spot as Mikel Arteta’s first-choice centre-forward.
But with the Gunners utterly dominant in the early exchanges, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard combined to provide the main threat from out wide – with the Brazilian a largely peripheral figure through the middle, in stark contrast with Bryan Mbeumo at the other end of the pitch.
It was more of the same from Jesus as the second half wore on and Mikel Arteta had seen enough by the 58th minute, with his side stumbling in search of an equaliser after a spirited fightback from the visitors.
A huge opportunity missed for the former Manchester City attacker as United threw a cat amongst the pigeons in this year’s title race. It leaves Arteta with a tough call to make up front ahead of Arsenal’s return to top-flight action at Leeds next weekend.
A rare moment to forget for Martin Zubimendi
Martin Zubimendi gifted United their equaliser (Picture: Getty)
Martin Zubimendi helped gift United a route back into the game with a horrible lapse in concentration at a crucial stage in the contest before half-time.
Arsenal’s usually metronomic summer signing has hardly put a foot wrong since joining from Real Sociedad and the Spaniard could scarcely believe what he had done as Mbeumo latched onto his misplaced pass before calmly rounding David Raya and stroking the ball home.
An unwanted collector’s item for Zubimendi and a moment he will not want to repeat any time soon.
Even ignoring his blunder, there was a distinct lack of creativity and urgency from Zubimendi when the hosts badly needed someone to stand up and take the game by the scruff of the neck.
Arsenal match ratings: Raya 7, Timber 7, Saliba 5, Gabriel 5, Hincapie 6, Zubimendi 4, Rice 7, Odegaard 6, Saka 6, Trossard 6, Jesus 4. Subs: White 4, Merino 7, Eze 5, Madueke 5, Gyokeres 4.
A mixed day for Martinez
Arsenal opened the scoring thanks to Martinez’s own goal (Picture: Getty)
Martinez has endured surely his toughest period yet as a United player and things went bad to worse for the diminutive centre-back on the half-hour mark at the Emirates.
After being on the end of some scathing criticism from Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt, the Argentine will have been desperate to build on his encouraging display against Manchester City.
But another of United’s Class of ’92 was left less than impressed as Martinez – put under pressure from Jurrien Timber – directed the ball into his own net to open the scoring for Arsenal. ‘He should deal with it,’ said Gary Neville on Sky Sports.
Martinez did, though, show great resilience to keep his chin up to help keep the likes of Saka, Trossard and Jesus quiet alongside a near-faultless Harry Maguire at the heart of Michael Carrick’s defence.
Bryan Mbeumo the big-game competitor
Mbeumo has shone since returning from AFCON (Picture: Getty)
Bryan Mbeumo further showed himself to be perhaps United’s most shrewd piece of summer transfer business with just the latest in a long line of eye-catching performances for the club.
He more than deserved his first-half goal, helping force a rare misplaced pass from Zubimendi with some relentless pressing through the middle. The subsequent finish had all the coolness and confidence of a player well and truly at the peak of his powers.
It’s no coincidence that United’s resurgence under Michael Carrick has coincided with Mbeumo’s welcome return from the Africa Cup of Nations.
The £71million spent on Mbeumo will prove to be a steal if the Cameroon international continues in the same vein over the coming weeks and months, adding to his already impressive scoring tally.
Carrick won’t mind Mbeumo’s animated reaction to being substituted for Matheus Cunha in the 68th minute. It’s exactly that kind of character and personality that the club have badly lacked for so long in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era.
Patrick Dorgu comes of age
Dorgu sent the away end into raptures with a thunderous effort in the 50th minute (Picture: Getty)
Michael Carrick was full of praise for Patrick Dorgu’s ‘immense’ performance after a dream derby day for United – and the Dane picked up where he left off this weekend.
It’s fair to say Dorgu has had an up-down start to his United career since becoming the first signing of Ruben Amorim’s turbulent reign. But his talent has always been undoubted – the difference is he’s is now beginning to showcase that ability on a far more consistent basis.
His 50th-minute wonder strike – which Neville branded ‘the goal of a lifetime’ – was the standout moment of quality… that’s until Cunha provided some serious competition with his stunning effort to win it in the closing stages.
Such a shame that a suspected hamstring injury cut short Dorgu’s showing with ten minutes remaining in the capital. Carrick will be praying it’s not as bad as it first appeared so the youngster is able to make a speedy return to the fold.
Man Utd player ratings: Lammens 7, Dalot 6, Maguire 8, Martinez 6, Shaw 6, Casemiro 6, Mainoo 6, Amad 5, Fernandes 7, Dorgu 8, Mbeumo 8. Subs: Cunha 8, Sesko 5, Mazraoui 5.
How Interpol’s Most Wanted List is Used by Russia Against Putin’s Critics
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TL:DR – “How Interpol’s Most Wanted List is Used by Russia Against Putin’s Critics”
- Interpol is reportedly being exploited by Russia to target political opponents and critics abroad.
- Recent leaks expose how Russia uses arrest requests to silence dissenters, including businessmen and journalists.
- Interpol has overturned many of Russia’s notices, recognising the potential for abuse.
- Sir Bill Browder, a prominent critic of Putin, has faced repeated attempts at arrest under false charges.
- Experts urge for reforms to Interpol to prevent its weaponisation against dissidents in the West.
Keywords: Interpol, Russia’s arrest requests, political opponents, weaponisation, Bill Browder.
How Russia used Interpol’s most wanted list to target Putin’s critics | News World
Interpol has overturned many of Russia’s arrest requests – but the fear remains for many critics (Picture: Rex/Getty)
Russia has been using Interpol to target those who speak out against Vladimir Putin and the government abroad, newly leaked files have revealed.
The BBC has reported that Russia is weaponising Interpol’s wanted lists to arrest political opponents, businessmen, and journalists who they say have committed ‘crimes’.
Interpol said it is aware of the impact arrest requests can have on individuals and that it has overturned many requests for red notices—a request to law enforcement worldwide to locate a person—from Moscow due to fears of targeting.
Russian expert Keir Giles, from Chatham House, told WTX News that the leak from Interpol shows a ‘classic example’ of how malign actors can exploit systems based on trust.
‘The way in which Russia can use these systems to target its critics abroad highlights the problems that open societies face in withstanding the kind of pernicious threat that Russia presents,’ he said.
‘If a tool is available for Russia to use to target those it wishes to silence or punish, they will use it.’
Russia’s Influence Stretches into the West
Giles said Russia will use a tool to target people if provided one (Picture: CNN)
Giles indicated that it’s not a surprise that Western police forces see Interpol requests as legitimate—many haven’t realized that bad actors can use the Interpol system for malign reasons.
But for others, the fear of being targeted by Russia even while in the West is tangible.
Sir Bill Browder, a former investor in Russia, who has since turned into one of the Kremlin’s fiercest critics, was arrested by Interpol in 2018 while traveling in Spain—on the orders of Vladimir Putin.
He told WTX News: ‘Ever since the Magnitsky Act was passed in 2012, Putin has been chasing me around the world trying to have me arrested and brought back to Russia so I can be tortured in prison and killed.’
The Magnitsky Act, named after Bill’s former lawyer, Sergei Magnitsky, who was murdered by Kremlin operatives while uncovering fraud in the Russian government, works to sanction corrupt officials who commit human rights abuses.
Bill, who spearheaded the campaign for his late lawyer, is wanted by the Kremlin because he helped uncover massive Russian corruption.
The Kremlin claims his charges are ‘tax evasion’—but the true target is because Bill has continued to fight against the Kremlin’s corruption and murder of his lawyer, Magnitsky.
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Sir Bill Browder has been outspoken against Putin since working in Russia more than two decades ago (Picture: Shutterstock)
Sir Bill’s first Interpol notice was issued in May 2013, months after he was able to get the Magnitsky Act passed.
Despite Interpol rejecting the notice, the Russians kept reapplying until he was eventually detained in Madrid and Geneva in 2018.
‘If Russia is so ready to abuse Interpol, there needs to be some type of restrictions, constraints, or sanctions imposed on them so they don’t do it anymore,’ he told WTX News.
‘They continue to be the most active abusers of Interpol, and neither Interpol nor any other member states do anything about it.’
Bill suggested that Interpol has failed in its mission if it’s been used by Russia to target so many opponents of the Kremlin.
‘It’s not fit for purpose and needs to be reformed properly. They continue to use bureaucratic language to justify themselves, but in fact, it’s a disgrace how they are used by the Russian mafia regime to chase their victims,’ he said.
Interpol’s red notice allows member countries to detain criminals across the globe (Picture: Shutterstock)
For Bill, even eight years after his two arrests, Russia’s weaponisation of Interpol is still at the forefront of his mind.
He’s had to limit his travel to countries which won’t honour Interpol notices from Russia for his own safety.
Despite this, he added, ‘My situation is lucky because I’m well-known. I have good lawyers and significant resources to fight back.
‘But there are journalists, NGO activists, and others who don’t have those benefits, and whose lives are totally ruined by this abuse of Interpol.’
WTX News has contacted Interpol for a statement.
Man charged with ‘urging another to take his own life via video call’ | News UK
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TL:DR – Man charged with ‘urging another to take his own life via video call’ | News UK
- Dylan Phelan, 21, from Morley, West Yorkshire, has been charged with encouraging suicide via video call, relating to a man’s death in Louisiana on 30 October 2024.
- Additional charges include making an indecent image of a child and possessing extreme pornography, unrelated to the suicide case.
- The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed the case meets evidential standards and is in the public interest.
- Phelan’s court appearance is scheduled for 11 February 2026 at Leeds Magistrates’ Court.
Man charged with ‘encouraging man to take his own life over video call’ | News UK
Dylan Phelan is due to appear at Leeds Magistrates Court (Picture: Richard Sowersby/Shutterstock)
A man has been charged with encouraging a man to take his own life over video call.
Dylan Phelan, 21, from Morley, West Yorkshire, has been charged with encouraging suicide after a man died in the United States, the Crown Prosecution announced today.
Phelan allegedly encouraged the suicide of a 21-year-old man in Louisiana during a video call on 30 October 2024.
Phelan is also charged with making an indecent image of a child and possessing extreme pornography.
These charges are not connected to the suicide of the 21-year-old man.
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Malcolm McHaffie, Head of the Crown Prosecution Service’s Special Crime Division, said: ‘Our prosecutors have worked to establish that there is sufficient evidence to bring the case to court and that it is in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings.
‘We have worked closely with West Yorkshire Police as they carried out their investigation into the circumstances of this death. Our thoughts are with the family of the victim at this time.
‘We remind all concerned that proceedings against this defendant are active and that he has the right to a fair trial.
‘It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.’
Phelan will appear at Leeds Magistrates’ Court on 11 February 2026.
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French Police Directed to Halt Weapon Use Against Migrants Heading to Britain
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TL:DR – French Police Directed to Halt Weapon Use Against Migrants Heading to Britain
- Claire Hédon, France’s Defender of Rights, warns against using rubber bullets and tear gas to deter migrants boarding boats to the UK.
- She claims these methods endanger lives, contributing to injuries and fatalities.
- A leaked report criticises police use of riot control weapons, especially against vulnerable groups, including children.
- Hédon calls for stricter oversight and protocols regarding police actions towards migrants.
- Up to 42,000 migrants cross the English Channel annually, with many seeking asylum.
French police told to stop using weapons to prevent migrants reaching Britain on small boats | News World
Claire Hédon has issued a warning about the use of force (Picture: Getty)
French Police Urged to Halt Use of Riot Control Weapons
French police have been told to stop using rubber bullets and tear gas to stop migrants from boarding UK-bound boats in the English Channel.
In a warning to security forces, the country’s Defender of Rights advised officers to refrain from using riot control weapons to try to halt crowds of migrants.
Claire Hédon, the Defender of Rights in Paris, claims the use of armed force ‘endangers people’ and has contributed to deaths and serious injuries among migrants.
Her words come as many British politicians call for stricter law enforcement by the French, who have received around £500 million from the UK to help tackle sea crossings.
Concerns Over Police Tactics
A report on the use of weapons by Hédon, the most senior advisor to the French government on human rights, has been leaked to Le Monde.
She wrote: “The objective of preventing departures is understandable given the danger of the crossing, and law enforcement plays a protective role, but this cannot be done at any cost.”
Escalating Crisis: Migrants Crossing the English Channel
Her report condemns the use of ‘rubber bullets, tear gas, and stun grenades’ against groups of migrants, including children.
Up to 42,000 people crossed the English Channel in inflatable boats organized by people smugglers in 2025, with most of them claiming asylum.
Since 2022, there have been 40 complaints about police violence, almost all filed by Utopia 56, the migrant charity.
Hédon is particularly critical of the use of so-called ‘flash ball’ guns—ones that fire rubber bullets—as well as tear gas, which is a riot control weapon banned in warfare under the 1993 Chemical Weapons Convention.
Despite the dangers associated with such gas, it is frequently used by police across France.
Recommendations for Change in Police Protocols
The Defender of Rights recommends ‘excluding the use’ of such weapons ‘when the sole purpose of the security forces is to prevent people from boarding a boat’.
Ms. Hédon emphasises: “The use of intermediate force weapons endangers people.”
She noted that the use of these weapons generally occurs at night, often violating rules of proportionality and transparency.
In August 2023, migrant children were among the victims of police tactics at Sangatte, near Calais.
Hédon criticised the practice of turning off police body cameras during incidents when weapons are employed, stating that police rarely file detailed reports about violent interventions.
On April 26, 2024, police admitted firing 10 rubber bullet rounds and using 37 tear gas grenades near Gravelines against a group of migrants who were throwing rocks ‘and other projectiles.’
In the same month, officers prevented a boat from departing Oye-Plage, near Calais, by using 14 tear gas grenades, one stun grenade, and eight rubber bullet rounds, yet ‘no report was filed after this intervention,’ as noted by the Defender of Rights.
Hédon has called for ‘an intervention doctrine’ to ensure stricter control of how police interact with migrants.
Gary Neville stunned by Man Utd player deemed ‘average’ under Ruben Amorim
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TL:DR – Gary Neville stunned by Man Utd player deemed ‘average’ under Ruben Amorim
- Gary Neville praises Patrick Dorgu’s transformation under caretaker Michael Carrick after struggling under former manager Ruben Amorim.
- Dorgu, initially signed for £25m, scored only once with Amorim but netted twice in two games with Carrick.
- Neville noted Dorgu’s brilliant goal against Arsenal, highlighting his offensive potential.
- Carrick commended Dorgu for his contributions in crucial matches, but reported concerns over a late injury.
Gary Neville shocked by Man Utd star who was ‘average’ under Ruben Amorim | Football
Gary Neville has been stunned by the transformation of new Manchester United hero Patrick Dorgu and says he looked ‘average’ under former manager Ruben Amorim.
Amorim sanctioned United’s £25m move for Dorgu at the start of 2025 but then watched his first signing struggle at Old Trafford.
Dorgu was signed to star in Amorim’s favoured wing-back system but largely underwhelmed and even attracted criticism from his own manager, who claimed he was ‘anxious’ on the ball.
Michael Carrick, who was appointed United caretaker boss shortly after Amorim’s sacking, has opted to use Dorgu in a more offensive position and the change has proved a masterstroke.
Dorgu scored just once under Amorim but has two in two games under Carrick, netting in United’s Manchester derby win and then in Sunday’s victory over leaders Arsenal.
Neville described Dorgu’s stunning strike to beat David Raya at the Emirates Stadium as ‘absolutely brilliant’ and said his resurgence ‘typifies’ United’s immediate progress under Carrick.
Discussing Dorgu’s performance on Sky Sports, Neville said: ‘Patrick Dorgu looked like such an average wing-back under Ruben Amorim.
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‘Further forward he looks like a completely and utterly different player. It’s an unbelievable goal, a goal of a lifetime. What a hit, it’s a beauty.’
Discussing Dorgu further on his podcast, Old Trafford legend Neville added: ‘Look, to be fair I just thought he was a bit… (sighs)… at left wing-back.
‘You can’t really say anything bad about him because he’s a willing runner, he always wanted the ball and worked hard under Ruben Amorim.
‘But you thought, what is he? And how is he going to get man United back to where they need to be?
‘The first time we saw a glimpse of what he could be was actually under Amorim when he played him as a wide right.
‘I thought he could play a bit when he could play a bit higher up and had a player behind him, I thought he could be a good wide player and cause problems and get crosses in.
‘Then Amorim put him back at wing-back and you thought, oh no. Looking at him now he’s obviously a winger, he’s obviously a winger.
‘His goal was absolutely brilliant. Patrick Dorgu typifies what has happened at Manchester United in this last week.’
United’s impressive victories over Arsenal and Manchester City sends them back into the Champions League spots, above Liverpool and Chelsea.
Carrick also heaped praise on Dorgu after the Arsenal win and provided an update after he was forced off late on with an injury.
‘Pat’s been a big player for us,’ said Carrick, who has only been in charge of his former club for 13 days.
‘Obviously he’s scored two goals but in terms of the threat and athleticism and quality, he’s been immense down the side with Luke [Shaw] against two teams that ask a lot of questions.
‘I am delighted for him because the two goals he’s scored are very different goals. It’s nice to see him smiling and happy.
‘He obviously came off with, hopefully, a little bit of cramp, hopefully, it’s nothing worse. At this stage, it’s hard to tell, so we’ll just have to wait and see. Hopefully it’s not too bad.’
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