MICHAEL CARRICK TO STEP DOWN AS FIRST TEAM COACH


Following the conclusion of his 3 games in charge of Manchester United, Caretaker Manager and former midfielder - Carrick, has left Manchester United.


After the termination of Ole's contract, Carrick was given the mandate to take charge till a new interim manager will take charge. He was in charge for the match with Villarreal, which he won in Spain; he drew with Chelsea, and won against Arsenal in his finally match in the united dugout.


The Breaking news came after the match with Arsenal which Manchester United won by 2-1:



Michael Carrick has decided to step down as First Team Coach and leave the club following the conclusion of his spell as caretaker Manager.


John Murtough, Football Director, said: “Michael leaves with the sincerest thanks and best wishes of everyone at Manchester United after 15 years of exceptional service to the club as a player and as a coach. While we are sad to see him go, we respect and understand Michael’s decision.

“He will always be known as one of the finest midfielders in the history of Manchester United, and, more recently, as an excellent coach who has worked tirelessly under two managers to help develop the strong squad which Ralf will now take charge of.

“We are grateful for the steady leadership Michael has shown through this period of managerial transition, and, while he is now stepping away from day-to-day involvement, he will always be welcome back as a legend of the club.”




Michael Carrick said: “My time at this great club will always rank as the best years of my career. When I first signed over 15 years ago, I never in my wildest dreams could have imagined winning so many trophies and I will certainly never forget the fantastic memories both as a player and as a member of the coaching team.



“However, after a lot of thought and deliberation, I have decided that now is the right time for me to leave the club. I want to place on record my thanks to all of the players and a special mention goes to the backroom staff, working long hours with such a great group of people has been a real pleasure and I have made some long-lasting friendships.

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