Carlos Baleba thanks Carrick after final Manchester United signing departs

Manchester United midfielder Carlos Baleba has paid tribute to Carrick after the manager left his post at the club.

Baleba shared a photograph of himself with Carrick on social media, accompanied by the message: “Thank you for everything, coach ❤️.”

The midfielder officially joined Manchester United from Brighton & Hove Albion on 25 August 2026 in a transfer that could eventually be worth up to £70 million.

His arrival was Carrick’s final signing as Manchester United manager.

Baleba’s first months at the club were disrupted by injury, limiting him to seven appearances in all competitions during Carrick’s time in charge. He started five of those matches.

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