Michael Carrick has indicated that his departure from Manchester United will not end his association with the club, pledging to continue supporting the team following his removal as manager.

The former England international, who spent several successful years at Old Trafford as a player, made the commitment in a farewell message published on Instagram on Friday, a day after the club ended his managerial tenure.

His exit followed a difficult campaign in which United recorded just one victory from their opening 10 Premier League fixtures, leaving them in the relegation zone. The club subsequently appointed Mauricio Pochettino, the former Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager, to take charge.

Carrick’s managerial spell began in January 2026 when he was brought in following Ruben Amorim’s departure. He guided the side to Champions League qualification, earning a two-year permanent contract before the team’s fortunes deteriorated this season.

Reflecting on his time in charge, the 45-year-old described managing United as a rare privilege, acknowledging the club’s history, traditions and the expectations attached to the position. He also expressed appreciation for the players, his coaching staff and the supporters.

“I’ll be right there with you from now on, watching from the sidelines, cheering the lads on,” Carrick wrote, ending his message with the declaration: “That love never dies.”