Even Carrick has addressed the fan's dedication, confirming the story has reached the United dressing room. The interim boss noted that while the stunt provides some light-hearted relief, it remains a side-note to the club's professional ambitions.
"I can say I'm aware of it, yes. My kids have made me aware of it, but it's certainly not going to be a talking point for the team at a professional level. I can understand what happened, and it does make me smile, but ultimately it's not going to have an impact," Carrick said.
With nine Premier League games remaining, the Red Devils will be looking to maintain their push for a top-three finish and qualify for next season's Champions League. They currently only have a goal difference advantage over their next opponents, Aston Villa, and are just three points ahead of Chelsea and Liverpool, who are in fifth and sixth, respectively.