Michael Carrick has finally broken his silence after being sacked by Manchester United. The former manager shared an emotional farewell message, admitting the team’s poor results while expressing his lasting love for the club.
OFFICIAL: Michael Carrick Breaks His Silence After Being Sacked by Man Utd
Michael Carrick has finally broken his silence after being sacked by Manchester United, sending an emotional message to supporters following his unexpected departure from Old Trafford.
The former United midfielder lost his job on November 12 after a disappointing start to the 2026/27 Premier League season.
Just one day later, Carrick shared a heartfelt farewell letter on Instagram, revealing his true feelings about leaving the club.
Michael Carrick sends emotional farewell message
In his first public statement since being dismissed, Carrick thanked Manchester United supporters for their incredible loyalty.
“I’ve had the immense privilege of leading Manchester United, the football club that I love,” Carrick wrote.
The 45-year-old admitted that managing United comes with huge responsibility and requires respect for the club’s history and values.
However, his most emotional words were directed at the supporters who continued to back him during difficult times.
“That love never dies,” he declared.
Despite losing his position, Carrick made it clear that his feelings for Manchester United had not changed.
Carrick admits Man Utd’s disappointing results
Carrick also acknowledged that his team had struggled in recent weeks.
“I know we’ve not had the results lately,” the former manager admitted.
Manchester United currently sit 18th in the Premier League after winning just one of their opening ten matches.
The disappointing results convinced the club’s leadership to make another managerial change.
However, Carrick refused to publicly criticise the owners or blame anyone for his departure.
Instead, he thanked his coaching staff, players and everyone working behind the scenes at Old Trafford.
Carrick promises to keep supporting Man Utd
One of the most touching parts of Carrick’s statement came when he spoke about his future relationship with the club.
The former England international explained that Manchester United would always remain an important part of his life.
He also promised to continue watching matches and supporting the players from the sidelines.
His message showed that, despite the disappointment of losing his job, his connection with the Red Devils remains strong.
Pochettino officially replaces Michael Carrick
Meanwhile, Manchester United officially confirmed Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach on November 13.
The Argentine has agreed to take charge from November 18, with his first match scheduled against Liverpool on November 22.
As United prepare for a new chapter under Pochettino, Carrick leaves Old Trafford with one final message: his love for Manchester United will never disappear.
