4) Michael Carrick
The experienced midfielder has proved this season that he still has plenty to offer in terms of his work-rate and excellent footballing brain. Carrick’s versatility has also come into play under Van Gaal – with the Dutchman often deploying Carrick as a centre-back. Van Gaal always knows what he’s going to get from Carrick – which is a solid performance – regardless of position, situation or opponent. His wealth of experience has helped guide the younger players around him and help sure up United’s previously shaky back-line.