Michael Carrick says waving to fans after Bournemouth thrashing ‘wasn’t a farewell’

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick stated that waving to supporters after a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth was not a farewell gesture. Despite chants from visiting fans mocking his position, United supporters serenaded Carrick as he exited down the tunnel. The loss marks consecutive heavy defeats for the club, having also lost 4-1 to Como earlier in the week, contributing to United's worst start to a season in 40 years.

Carrick conceded he remains uncertain about his job security following brief post-match discussions with chief executive Omar Berrada and sporting director Jason Wilcox. Carrick emphasized that he is carrying on as normal while understanding the situation, adding that the dressing room is deeply hurt and affected by the club's ongoing run of poor form.