Ratcliffe’s comments on immigration in an interview with Sky News last week were widely condemned, including by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham. Ratcliffe issued a statement the day after the Sky News interview in which he said he was sorry if his comments had “offended some people”. Michael Carrick, United’s interim head coach, was asked about Ratcliffe’s comments on Friday as he faced the media for the first time since they had been made. “What I can say is, as I’ve been around this club many, many years, we always make a huge impact globally. Manchester United prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming club.

Source: Express February 20, 2026 17:35 UTC