EPL: Bruno Fernandes, Mainoo react as Man Utd sack Carrick

Several Manchester United players have reacted to the club’s decision to dismiss head coach Michael Carrick, with captain Bruno Fernandes and midfielder Kobbie Mainoo sharing emotional messages following his departure.

Carrick was sacked on Thursday after holding a meeting with the club’s senior officials at the training ground, bringing his time as United’s head coach to an end.

The decision came as the Red Devils struggled in the Premier League, occupying relegation places after their first 10 fixtures of the season.

Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be announced as Carrick’s successor in the coming days as Manchester United prepare for another managerial change.

Following the announcement, Fernandes took to Instagram and shared a photograph of himself shaking hands with the former England midfielder.

The Portuguese midfielder accompanied the picture with a brief message of appreciation, writing: “thanks for everything, boss.”

ALSO READ

• EPL: Bruno Fernandes rejects new Man Utd contract with Pochettino set to take over
• Nations League: Tuchel axes Palmer, Foden, Mainoo, hands Jobe Bellingham England chance [Full list]

Mainoo also paid tribute to Carrick by posting a photograph of himself hugging the departing coach, alongside the same message: “thank you for everything, boss.”