Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has stated he is proud of the club's stance on equality and diversity. Speaking for the first time since part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly claimed the UK has been "colonised by immigrants", Carrick addressed the matter in a press conference. The comments by Ratcliffe, made in an interview with the Sunday Times, have drawn significant public attention over the past week.
Carrick told reporters that he is proud of what the club stands for and how it treats people. He emphasised that the club has a diverse environment where everyone feels welcome. According to BBC Sport, the former midfielder declined to comment directly on the specific remarks made by the INEOS founder.
Manchester United has previously launched various initiatives to promote inclusion, including the All Red All Equal campaign. Carrick maintained that the squad remains focused on upcoming fixtures despite the off-field discussions. The club has not issued an official statement regarding Ratcliffe's comments at this time.
