Manchester United’s leadership is facing a furious backlash after officially sacking Michael Carrick. The Manchester United Supporters’ Trust has accused the club’s owners of being responsible for the ongoing crisis at Old Trafford.
Man Utd Bosses Face Furious Backlash After Sacking Michael Carrick
Manchester United’s leadership has come under heavy criticism after officially sacking Michael Carrick, with angry supporters blaming the club’s owners for the ongoing crisis at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils confirmed Carrick’s departure on Thursday, November 12, following a disastrous start to the 2026/27 Premier League season.
However, the decision has sparked a strong reaction from the Manchester United Supporters’ Trust (MUST).
The supporters’ group believes Carrick should not be the main person blamed for the club’s problems.
Man Utd fans attack club owners after Carrick sacking
In an official statement released on November 12, MUST strongly criticised Manchester United’s ownership.
The group thanked Carrick for his service and for bringing hope back to Old Trafford during the second half of last season.
However, it insisted that responsibility for United’s problems goes far beyond the manager.
“They lie with the ownership,” MUST declared.
The supporters’ group directly criticised the Glazer family and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS for failing to deliver the improvements promised to fans.
MUST believes another managerial change will not solve Manchester United’s deeper problems.
Glazers and Ratcliffe face serious criticism
MUST also questioned the club’s financial decisions and leadership strategy.
The group argued that the Glazers’ debt-funded takeover continues to place pressure on Manchester United.
Meanwhile, INEOS has faced criticism over repeated changes in the club’s football management structure.
Supporters also expressed anger over rising ticket prices and concerns about the club’s new stadium plans.
MUST warned that the relationship between fans and the club’s leadership is becoming increasingly damaged.
The group called on United’s owners to take responsibility, rebuild trust and listen to supporters.
Carrick leaves Man Utd after terrible start
Carrick’s dismissal came after Manchester United collected just eight points from their opening ten Premier League matches.
The Red Devils currently sit 18th in the table, having recorded only one league victory this season.
Despite those disappointing results, many supporters still respect Carrick for guiding United to third place last season.
The former midfielder was given a permanent contract after an impressive spell in charge, but his second season ended much earlier than expected.
Pochettino faces major challenge at Old Trafford
Manchester United are now preparing for another managerial change, with Mauricio Pochettino reportedly close to taking charge.
The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager has been strongly linked with the position following Carrick’s departure.
However, MUST believes the club’s problems cannot be fixed simply by appointing another coach.
For the supporters’ group, the message is clear: Manchester United’s owners must take responsibility for the club’s failures instead of expecting another manager to solve everything.
With frustration growing at Old Trafford, the pressure on the Glazers and Sir Jim Ratcliffe shows no sign of disappearing.
