Manchester United reportedly rejected a request from Sky Sports involving Roy Keane and Michael Carrick. On Saturday afternoon, United kicked off the Carrick era with a huge performance against Manchester City at Old Trafford. AdvertIt has since been claimed that United rejected a request from Sky Sports ahead of the match at Old Trafford. In the end, Gary Neville was tasked with speaking to Carrick ahead of kick-off. Speaking after the win over City, Carrick said: "It was a very special day but I'm not getting carried away.

Source: Sky sports January 19, 2026 12:19 UTC