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Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick announces testimonial match

Michael Carrick has been awarded a testimonial to mark his 11 years at Manchester United.

Carrick, 35, has been an integral part of the side since joining from Tottenham in 2006 and has helped United win five Premier League titles and a Champions League crown.

Old Trafford will play host to the testimonial on June 4 when Paul Scholes, Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs will be among those lining up for a United 2008 XI against a Michael Carrick All-Stars side.

The All-Stars team will include Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard and Michael Owen in its ranks.

"To have played for the greatest football club for 11 years is something that I'm very proud of and it is an honour to have been given a testimonial," Carrick said.

"The game will be very special for myself and my family and I hope it will also be a memorable day of celebration for all involved."

He said he was "excited at the prospect of bringing together some former teammates as well as some of the best players I've played against."

Money raised by the event will be distributed by the newly-created Michael Carrick Foundation.

Proceeds will initially go to charities in Manchester and Carrick's native Newcastle focusing on young people and their development.

United boss Jose Mourinho said: "I am delighted Michael has been awarded a testimonial. Michael is a phenomenal person and a true professional."

United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward added: "Michael is a great example of a Manchester United player. He plays the game with elegant flair, making his job look effortless.

"He is 100 percent a team player and someone for the younger players to look up to."