Now the 40-year-old - who remained evasive on his future as a player Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player "I found out at the training ground yesterday morning," Carrick added. "I don't think anyone knew any more. I spoke to (executive vice-chairman) Ed (Woodward) when I arrived but that's how it came about. More recently he was right in the mix at halfway in last September's US Open, another tournament where big-hitting was the first requirement, and his form so far in 2021 has a really solid look to it.