Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has admitted Manchester Citys financial charges have affected him personally and called for the ongoing case to be resolved as quickly as possible. City are appealing after being found guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations, with the outcome of that process still to be decided.Carrick, who spent 12 years playing for Manchester United during Citys rise to prominence, acknowledged that he has questions about the case but was reluctant to discuss potential consequences while the appeal remains ongoing.Speaking at his latest press conference, Carrick admitted the situation had raised questions that have yet to be fully answered.Very difficult to say in many ways, the United boss said.Its thrown up a lot of questions, some have had answers, some havent. As its still ongoing, and we dont how long its going to go, theres only so much I can say.Certainly Ive got my own questions about it, its affected me personally in different ways over a period of time.But as the case is going now I dont know where that stands and how its going to end up, so well just have to wait and see.Carrick was part of the Manchester United side that finished second to City in the 2011-12 Premier League title race, when Sergio Agueros stoppage-time winner against Queens Park Rangers secured the championship on goal difference.He also experienced Citys growing influence in English football throughout the latter stages of his playing career.What I will say, the sooner it gets sorted I think for everyones benefit is essential.Manchester United suffer Patrick Dorgu injury blowCarrick also provided an update on Manchester Uniteds injury situation following the international break, confirming that Patrick Dorgu faces several weeks on the sidelines.The Denmark international was forced off while representing his country and now looks set for an extended absence.Its a bit mixed really through the internationals, Carrick said.Patrick [Dorgu] came off and it looks like hell be out probably for a number of weeks.United are also monitoring Noussair Mazraoui after the defender suffered a knock while away on international duty.Noussair Mazraoui came off and took a knock. Hes not quite right yet, well have to see how he is.Carrick provides updates on Rashford, Mainoo and SeskoThere was more encouraging news concerning several other members of the United squad, with Carlos Baleba making progress towards full fitness.Carlos Beleba is improving. Hes trained a lot, Carrick said.Amad Diallo has done a little bit of training. Marcus [Rashford] has done a little bit of training. Kobbie [Mainoo] has done a little bit of training.However, Benjamin Sesko remains further away from returning to action.Benjamin [Sesko] is a little further a way with the issue hes got. Hell be a little bit further away. Topics Manchester United F.C. Michael Carrick If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Mourinho jokes hell be lucky to see final Man City verdict Nicholas McGee 8th October, 2026 Fantasy Premier League 2026/27: Five players to axe ahead of Gameweek 6 Jon Fisher 8th October, 2026 Fantasy Premier League 2026/27: Five players who will explode over the next three gameweeks Blake Hurst 8th October, 2026 Premier League Predictions: Arsenal and Chelsea get back on track, Man United frustrated while City survive Liverpool storm Jon Fisher 8th October, 2026 The Premier League returns: The five storylines to follow including Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea Jon Fisher 8th October, 2026 Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp: How CR7s international crisis unfolded Cian Cheesbrough 30th September, 2026
