Michael Carrick believes big things lie ahead for the Reds next season after seeing the squad boosted by three - potentially four - new signings.

The summer captures of Owen Hargreaves, Nani and Anderson, plus the imminent arrival of Carlos Tevez, have further strengthened an already burgeoning squad.

Carrick remains unsure as to how and where everyone will fit into the current set-up, but he believes the strength in depth within the squad is second to none.

"The manager has not said anything to us yet about the way he intends to use us all," explained the England international.

"We have played different formations in the past, not always a rigid 4-4-2. With the players we have, there tends to be a lot of movement anyway. We will have to see.

"Maybe in tough away games it might get changed. We did it last season at times. We are all good enough to compliment each other.

"You have to be at your best to play for Manchester United. The more world-class players we have the more it will benefit us.

"It's great to be part of this club and everyone is raring to go. There is a big challenge out there for us this season. We want