Michael Carrick insisted Manchester United's squad is "pulling together" and emphasised the solidarity within the dressing room following Sir Jim Ratcliffe's controversial remarks about immigration in the United Kingdom. During a Sky News interview, Ratcliffe claimed the UK has been "colonised by immigrants."

Prime Minister Keir Starmer responded by demanding an apology from Ratcliffe, prompting the British billionaire to release a statement the following day expressing regret if his wording had caused offence to anyone, whilst maintaining it remained "important to raise the issue of controlled and well-managed immigration".

United issued a statement declaring the club "prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming club". Various United supporter groups condemned Ratcliffe heavily, whilst club employees voiced concerns internally.

Carrick addressed Ratcliffe's remarks publicly for the first time during Friday's press conference. The 44-year-old expressed his pride in everything United represents and highlighted the club's commitment to "diversity and inclusion."

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