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I’ve got my own questions on Man City case – Carrick

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says he was personally affected by the Manchester City case which has seen the club found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules and still has questions about the matter.

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 2:30 PM
I’ve got my own questions on Man City case – Carrick
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says Manchester City's financial rule breach case affected him personally.
  • City was found guilty of Premier League financial breaches between 2009-10 and 2017-18 and has appealed.
  • Carrick stated that receiving title medals years later cannot replicate the emotion of winning at the time.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick stated that Manchester City's financial case has affected him personally over time. An independent commission found City guilty of multiple Premier League financial rule breaches dating between 2009-10 and 2017-18, a ruling the club is currently appealing. Carrick, who finished as runner-up to City as both a player and coach, called for a quick resolution to the unprecedented situation.

Carrick noted that receiving retrospective medals would not replicate the feeling of winning trophies in the moment. Meanwhile, other Premier League managers urged patience, with City's appeal process expected to conclude around Christmas and yield a final verdict in early 2027.

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