Michael Carrick has addressed his future as Manchester United manager after the team's 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday, a result that left the club 16th in the Premier League table.
Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, Carrick was asked about his position after he appeared to wave goodbye to the United supporters. He said: "It wasn't from me. I'm feeling mixed emotions. I feel for the players as they are going through a tough spell."
"Some of it we can help, for some the situation unravels. The boys are feeling it. I have mixed emotions to have that connection with the supporters in the moment we're in. I need time to digest that."
Carrick admits United have not been good enough
Carrick acknowledged the team's poor form, stating: "I appreciate their support but the situation is where it's at. We haven't been good enough."
He added: "It's a tough situation. What is next? I don't know. I'll always do what's best for this football club. I don't change that now. I love what I do. I love the responsibility. But we'll have to wait and see."
Carragher says Carrick must go
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher was vocal about Carrick's future, saying: "Yes, Carrick has to go, but can you put any belief or hope in these people [the United owners and hierarchy] in making the right decision [on who would replace Carrick]. That is the big worry."
Carragher continued: "It's become untenable. Carrick wants to be changed. He doesn't want to be sat in the dugout with those players."
"Can you imagine going into the training ground tomorrow with Bruno Fernandes after not bringing him on? It's a rancid dressing room. He wants to be put out of his misery tonight."
