Michael Carrick glad to have opened up about feelings

Carrick revealed in his autobiography that he had been feeling depressed since the club's 2009 Champions League final defeat in Rome against Barcelona. 

Speaking to 'BBC Sport', the 37-year-old said: "The fact some people have been in contact makes me glad I came out and said what I did."

"Even if it helps someone else without me even speaking to them, it is a bonus."

Carrick retired in June 2018 and is currently part of Jose Mourinho's coaching team.

"If someone wants to speak to me, I will try and help them.

"Even if it helps someone else without me even speaking to them, it is a bonus."

"I didn't even think I would be going because I was miles away at United.

"We are not all machines. Everyone has tough times", Carrick added.