Love and loyalty to Manchester United above all else

Carrick remains committed to Manchester United despite speculation about his future, continuing to work at Carrington and believing in his project.

Michael Carrick continues to work at Manchester United's Carrington training ground and remains committed to his role, despite widespread speculation that he could be sacked. The interim manager, who took over from Rúben Amorim in January 2026, has guided United to third place in the Premier League but faces mounting pressure.

Carrick's loyalty to United runs deep. He played for the club between 2006 and 2018, winning a Champions League, five Premier League titles, an FA Cup, a Europa League, a Club World Cup and five Community Shields. He lifted the club's last Champions League trophy in Moscow in 2008, when United defeated Chelsea on penalties in the final.

Despite the current difficulties, Carrick has stated that the club "means everything" to him and that "nobody is above the identity and historical values of this entity." Those close to him say he will not abandon the club, as he continues to believe in his project.