Manchester United’s unbeaten run under Michael Carrick was brought to an end at Newcastle (Picture: Getty)Micah Richards says Manchester United’s dramatic 2-1 defeat to Newcastle was further proof that the club ‘need to go and recruit’ to improve their strength in depth in the summer. ‘We’re not happy with the way we played the game tonight,’ United interim manager Carrick told reporters at his post-match press conference shortly after the final whistle. United ‘need to go and recruit’ well in the summer transfer window, says Richards (Picture: BBC)But turning his attentions to the visitors, Richards suggested the limp performance from United demonstrated where the club were still badly lacking in their squad. ‘The last time Carrick lost points [away to West Ham] was when they played two games in a week. Your information will be used in line with our Privacy PolicyFor more stories like this, check our sport page.

Source: Metro March 05, 2026 13:38 UTC