EPL: Carrick rejects Anderson’s ‘Kings of Manchester’ claim
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick dismisses Elliot Anderson’s claim that Man City are the ‘kings of Manchester’ ahead of Sunday’s derby at Old Traffor Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-carrick-rejects-andersons-kings-of-manchester-claim/
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed a claim by Manchester City's Elliot Anderson that City are the "kings of Manchester". Anderson made the comment after joining City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million in the close-season. According to Anderson, City have been the dominant team in Manchester since Alex Ferguson retired as United manager in 2013.
Carrick disagreed with Anderson's assessment, saying he would not use the phrase "kings of Manchester". He stated that United are "humble enough and realistic enough" to know their recent history and are striving to improve. The two teams are set to face each other at Old Trafford on Sunday, with United currently trailing City by five points.
The comment from Anderson is likely to add fuel to the rivalry between the two teams, and he can expect a hostile reception from United fans. Carrick led United to a 2-0 win over City in their most recent derby in January.
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