Michael Carrick has warned his Manchester United stars not to "over celebrate" Champions League qualification, which is now all but secured after a 2-1 Premier League win over Brentford on Monday night.

The home supporters also aimed "one more year" chants at Casemiro, but Carrick maintained that the midfielder’s summer exit remains the "clear" plan as the club eyes a broader squad refresh.

And the United need just two more points from their remaining four games to be mathematically certain of a place in next season's Champions League having not competed in the competition since 2023-2024.

Despite the impending qualification,Michael Carrick urged caution against excessive celebration.

He stated, "We've given ourselves a great chance, we've put ourselves in a big position. It's a tough league, it's tough to get wins.

You can see that throughout the league. To get the amount of wins we've had. I think the lads have got to take a bit of credit for that."

Carrick further emphasized that while the Champions League is significant, it shouldn't be "over-celebrated."

He added, "We want to be finishing high up the league really and we want to be challenging high up in the league and trying to get more points so our season doesn't get to a close when that happens."

However, Carrick confirmed that there would be no reversal of Casemiro's decision to leave the club at the end of the season.

Carrick commented on the situation, stating, "It's pretty clear. From both sides it's pretty clear. Probably the situation and the clarity of it has helped everything.

It means a lot to him and credit to him because of the situation that it is, he's given absolutely everything as well and had some big moments for us."

United could have their Champions League spot confirmed as early as Saturday if results elsewhere go their way.

However, Carrick’s immediate focus is on Sunday’s blockbuster clash against Liverpool at Old Trafford.

With a three-point cushion over their rivals, a win against the Merseysiders would not only secure European football but also reinforce United's position as the dominant force in the race for third place.