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Carrick Sidesteps Ratcliffe Immigration Row, Reinforces Man Utd's ...
The Glazers fear Ratcliffe's immigration remarks could deter blue-chip sponsors, risking millions in deals as the club lacks a training kit partner and faces expiring sleeve sponsorship.
- The Glazers told senior figures they fear Manchester United will struggle to attract new commercial partners after Ratcliffe's remarks, risking brand damage.
- Following the interview, Ratcliffe apologized for saying Britain had been 'colonised' by immigrants, saying he was sorry if it offended some people, and the FA contacted him after Sky News.
- United issued a club statement emphasising Manchester United as an inclusive and welcoming club, and the Manchester United communications department briefed caretaker manager Michael Carrick, who added he is proud of the club's diversity and culture.
- Political and governing bodies reacted as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called the remarks "offensive and wrong" and urged Ratcliffe to apologise, while the FA is still examining the comments and may launch an investigation.
- United currently have no training kit partner and their shirt sleeve sponsorship expires this summer, risking millions in deals as pressure mounts on caretaker manager Michael Carrick ahead of Monday's Everton match.
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Carrick says Man United is proud of its culture after Ratcliffe's comments
Manchester United coach Michael Carrick says the Premier League club is proud of its culture after co-owner Jim Ratcliffe triggered a storm of criticism for claiming Britain had been “colonized” by immigrants.
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Man United manager Carrick reminds Ratcliffe of club’s values as he denounces immigration comments: ‘We’re really proud…’
Man United manager Michael Carrick spoke for the first time on co-owner Jim Ratcliffe’s controversial comments against the immigrants in the UK as he reminded him about the responsibility of the club.
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