Brighton coach Fabian Horzler expressed his respect for his counterpart Michael Carrick, the Manchester United player, and described him as a “great human being.”
Horzler is said to be on United’s shortlist if they decide to sack Carrick as United are currently enduring their worst start to the league in 40 years.
4-1 defeat at Como in midweek It was another major setback for United as captain Bruno Fernandes did not help Carrick by criticizing his tactics after the match in Italy.
Despite speculation about a potential move to Old Trafford, Horzler insisted his mind was set on things at American Express.
“I’m really focused on my job here,” he said before Sunday’s match against Liverpool. “I don’t have time to think about these rumours because we play every three days, and besides that, I have a lot of respect for Michael Carrick and what he did for Manchester United last season.
“He’s a great human being and a great personality. There’s nothing more to say about that.”
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