Manchester United have announced the departure of Michael Carrick after 15 years at the club as player and coach.
The news filtered in just minutes after the final whistle of the Red Devils’ 3-2 victory over Arsenal in Carrick’s final game as caretaker manager.
Ralf Rangnick will take charge of all first-team affairs in his interim role from Friday morning.
Through a statement on the club’s website, 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.
“I am, and will always be, a Manchester United fan and will come to as many matches as possible.
“I would like to wish Ralf, the staff, the players and the fans all the best for the future and I look forward to being in the stands and supporting the boys as a fan.”
After arriving from Tottenham in 2006, Carrick would go on to play 464 matches for Manchester United, winning five Premier League titles alongside the Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, Club World Cup and two League Cups.
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