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Rio Ferdinand has hit out at the Manchester United hierarchy, comparing the club's official announcement of Michael Carrick’s sacking to a cold, AI-generated message. The former Red Devils defender expressed his frustration after the club confirmed the departure of his former team-mate via a brief written statement without any public comments from senior officials.

Manchester United have sacked manager Michael Carrick following a disastrous start to the Premier League season. However, the club's prominent supporters' trust has swiftly shifted the blame towards the ownership, demanding immediate accountability for the ongoing crisis at Old Trafford.

Gary Neville has delivered a scathing assessment of Manchester United's leadership following the dismissal of Michael Carrick. The former Red Devils captain accused the club of being "classless" in their treatment of the legendary midfielder while simultaneously preparing the current squad for a gruelling regime under expected successor Mauricio Pochettino.

A lack of urgency in getting the new manager up and running could cost United dear as a vital trip to Anfield looms after the international break