MANCHESTER, England - Michael Carrick has decided to leave Manchester United following his stint as caretaker manager, the club has announced.
United released a statement within minutes of the final whistle after their 3-2 win over Arsenal, revealing that Carrick had decided to step down from his role as first team coach and leave the club with immediate effect. Will give Ralph Rangnick, who was watching from the stands, will take the reins until the end of the season on Friday.
"My time at this great club will always rank among the best years of my career," Carrick said. “When I first signed 15 years ago, I never imagined winning so many trophies in my wildest dreams and I will certainly never forget the wonderful memories as a player and a member of the coaching team.
“However, after much deliberation and deliberation, I have decided that now is the right time for me to leave the club. I would like to thank all the players and a special mention goes to the backroom staff, such a large group of people. Working with the group for a long time has been a real pleasure and I have made some long lasting friendships.
"I am and always will be a Manchester United fan and will be coming to as many matches as possible. I would like to wish Ralph, the staff, the players and the fans the very best for the future and I look forward to being in the stands and as a fan." Supporting the boys."
Carrick took over as caretaker boss on 21 November following the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. In his three matches in charge, he led United to victories over Villarreal and Arsenal & a draw against Chelsea.
United captain Harry Maguire said after the match, "He only talked to us in the dressing room, an emotional dressing room, because he has been a big part of this club in great numbers not only as a player but also as a coach." " , “He has been a great player for this club, a legend at the club, he has won everything at the club or he has been a wonderful servant in terms of his coaching.
"He's a really likable person, all the boys respect him & he's been wonderful with each or every one of us. We are going to miss him, of course we are going to miss him, or we Wish him all the best for his future."
Carrick, who served as a coach under Solskjaer and Jose Mourinho after ending his playing career in 2018, was the last to leave the pitch after a win over Arsenal, spending time appreciating Stratford End.
Football Director John Murtaugh said: "Michael extends his sincere thanks & best wishes to everyone at Manchester United after 15 years of exceptional service to the club as a player or a coach. While we are sad to see him leave, We respect & understand Michael's decision.
"He will always be known as the finest midfielder in the history of Manchester United, & more recently, as an outstanding coach who has worked tirelessly under two managers to help develop a strong team, known as Ralph We are grateful for the steady leadership Michael has shown during this period of managerial transformation, &, while he is now stepping away from day-to-day involvement, he will always be hailed as a legend of the club .
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