Michael Carrick breaks silence after Man Utd exit as Mauricio Pochettino era begins
"I want nothing but success for Manchester United; I’ll be right there with you from now on, watching from the sidelines, cheering the lads on." Making way for Pochettino With Carrick now officially stepping aside, the focus at Old Trafford shifts entirely to Pochettino's impending arrival.
Key points
- That means more than a win or two, and that’s what makes you who you are." View this post on Instagram Understanding the United culture Carrick initially returned to Old Trafford on an interim basis in January following Ruben Amorim’s departure.
- A special bond with supporters Despite the team's poor recent form, match-going fans have remained fiercely loyal to Carrick throughout his tenure.
- Carrick departs Old Trafford Carrick has sent a heartfelt message to United supporters after being relieved of his managerial duties on Thursday.
The 45-year-old released a heartfelt statement wishing the club success, just hours before Mauricio Pochettino was confirmed as his permanent successor.
Additional details
- He succeeded in leading the team to an impressive performance last season, guiding the Red Devils to a third-place finish in the Premier League - an achievement that earned him a permanent contract and helped stabilize a previously divided dressing room.
- Consequently, former Tottenham boss Pochettino was swiftly announced as his permanent replacement on Friday afternoon.
- Reflecting on the immense weight of the job, Carrick noted the unique historical demands of the role.
- "I want to say a big thank you to the supporters, you are a special, rare breed," Carrick wrote.
- "Ultimately, you need to push to be the best, but there is a culture, there are values and there are behaviours that you have to live by and respect," he explained.
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