FAREWELL MICHAEL

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In the year 2006, Manchester United signed a 25 years old central midfielder from Tottenham Hotspurs for a record fee of 18.6 million British Pounds. The signing made this central midfielder the sixth most expensive player acquired by Manchester United at that time. Furthermore the player bought at such high fee was handed jersey no 16 which was earlier worn by the departing United captain, the legendary Roy Keane. Hence the expectations were quite high. And Boy, the player fulfilled the expectations of both the manager and the fans.

Carrick played 12 seasons for Manchester United in which he won 5 League Titles, 1 F.A. Cup, 2 League Cups, 6 Community Shield trophies, 1 Champions League Trophy, 1 Europa League Trophy and 1 Club World Cup title. 

Carrick was at his very best in the 2012-13 season in which he helped United win their 20th League title.   For his performance in the 2012-13 season, Carrick was also awarded Manchester United Player of the year award. 

Carrick retired from professional football after the 2018 season. Post this he took up the job of Assistant Manager at Manchester United. After the sacking of Ole in November, 2021, Carrick was asked to be the caretaker manager for 3 games. 

After the game against Arsenal at Old Trafford, the tenure of Carrick as a caretaker manager came to an end. Ralf Rangnick has been appointed as the interim manager of Manchester United. With this the 15 years memorable stay of Michael Carrick at Old Trafford came to an end. 

Farewell Michael. You will be missed.