Sir Jim Ratcliffe will not face formal disciplinary action from the Football Association following the controversy sparked by his recent media interview, although the Manchester United co-owner has been warned about his responsibilities when speaking publicly.
The FA had reviewed whether Ratcliffe’s remarks – in which he said the United Kingdom had been “colonised by immigrants” – brought the game into disrepute. Instead of charges, the governing body opted to issue a reminder over conduct and left the matter there.
The comments prompted widespread criticism, including from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and a number of Manchester United supporter groups. Ratcliffe later issued an apology, acknowledging his language had “offended some”, while the club released its own statement highlighting ongoing work around inclusion and community initiatives.
Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick addressed the situation ahead of the club’s latest fixture but made clear he did not intend to escalate the debate.
“I’m proud of what the club stands for and has done for so long,” Carrick said. “Sir Jim made his statement and the club made a statement on the back of it. It is not my place to add to that.”
Carrick instead focused on the culture inside Old Trafford, stressing respect and inclusivity as central values. “Equality and diversity and respect for each other is something we look to carry through every day,” he added.
“I have travelled the world and know what this club means to an awful lot of people. I am fully aware of the responsibility, and we try to carry that out every day.”
Installed as head coach for the remainder of the season following Ruben Amorim’s departure, Carrick wore a green Unite for Access badge during his press conference, an initiative aimed at improving the matchday experience for disabled supporters.
“I think part of being at this club is that we understand what it’s like globally and the responsibilities we have within this,” he said. “The supporters have largely probably stayed the same but we have gathered some new ones over the years, from all different backgrounds. It’s something we’re fully aware of.”
The former midfielder was part of a multicultural dressing room during his playing career and now oversees a squad featuring players from 16 different countries across the men’s senior side, with further international representation throughout the women’s and academy teams.
He does not believe the off-field controversy will disrupt the group as United chase Champions League qualification. “We have a really strong group,” Carrick said.
“Whether that is the players in and around the dressing room, the staff and around the club, and outside of the club. But certainly, inside the club we’re in constant communication and we’re here to support and help in whatever way we can.”
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