Arsenal want Michael Carrick

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is said to be eyeing a surprise move for Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick in the summer.

The Gunners are on the look out for an experienced head in midfield with the likes of Mikel Arteta, Mathieu Flamini and Tomas Rosicky coming to an end to their contracts.

According to The Mirror, Wenger will seek to revive his interest in the 34-year-old, whose current deal at Old Trafford is due to expire at the end of the season.

The Frenchman had previously failed to lure the England international during his time with arch rivals Tottenham Hotspur.

Carrick has spent almost a decade at Manchester United.