It was the right time for me to leave Manchester United, says Michael Carrick

Manchester United caretaker manager Michael Carrick applauds the fans

Michael Carrick stepped down as first-team coach and ended his long association with Manchester United after overseeing Thursday’s thrilling victory against Arsenal as caretaker manager.

Signed from Tottenham in 2006, the midfielder won a Champions League and five Premier League titles during a medal-laden playing career with the Old Trafford giants.