Gary Neville calls Man Utd’s treatment of Michael Carrick ‘disgusting’

Gary Neville has described Manchester United’s treatment of Michael Carrick as “disgusting” following the head coach’s dismissal, with Mauricio Pochettino closing in on the job at Old Trafford.

Carrick was sacked on Thursday after recording just three wins in 15 matches this season. Neville criticised the club’s leadership, particularly the decision to allow Carrick to continue working in Manchester while executives met in Monaco and negotiated with Pochettino.

The former United midfielder said the situation demonstrated poor leadership and a lack of authority, arguing that Carrick deserved greater respect given his status as a club legend.

Neville also warned Pochettino that changing the manager alone would not solve United’s problems. He believes the Argentine must have control over recruitment and receive significant financial backing, particularly to strengthen the defence in January.

Sky Sports reports that United have reached an agreement in principle with Pochettino, with discussions with the US Soccer Federation still progressing through paperwork and regulatory procedures.