Current and former Manchester United players have used social media to post messages of support to those affected by the terrible incident at the Manchester Arena on Monday night.
Here is a selection of their comments…
Wayne Rooney: Devastating news this morning. Thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.
Daley Blind: Can’t believe what happened last night. My thoughts go out to all those affected. #PrayForManchester
Michael Carrick: My thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by the sickening attack that happened here in Manchester last night.
David De Gea: Much rage, much pain. My condolences and support to the victims’ family members involved in the atrocious attack to the heart of the city.
Jesse Lingard: My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by last night’s attack on this beautiful city. We will stand together in this dark hour.
Anthony Martial: All my thoughts and prayers go out to all those who have been affected.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan: Stay strong Manchester! My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by last night’s horrible attack.
Paul Pogba: My condolences to all families of the victims in Manchester and to all families who are losing loved ones in so many countries due to acts of violence.
Ashley Young: Absolutely shocked to hear the news this morning. Thoughts with all who lost loved ones & prayers for those being treated in hospitals.
David Beckham: Heartbreaking news from Manchester. As a father and a human, what has happened truly saddens me. My thoughts are with all of those that have been affected by this tragedy.
Andy Cole: Wake up to the news of attacks in Manchester… shocking! Thoughts & prayers go out to everyone who has been affected! #StandTogether
Paddy Crerand: Praying for the victims, injured and their families in my city.
Radamel Falcao: My thoughts and prayers for those that have been affected at the Manchester Arena.My solidarity with the British people and condolences for all in Manchester.
Rio Ferdinand: My thoughts & prayers are with all the families & friends affected by last night’s attack in Manchester! #StandTogether
Danny Higginbotham: I’m a proud Manchester lad. What happened last night was truly horrific but won’t break the great city. Thoughts are with all affected.
Ronny Johnsen: I am deeply shocked by last night’s terrible events at the Manchester Arena. My heart and thoughts are with all those affected #Manchester
Paul McGrath: Thoughts with the people of Manchester today, new level of depravity as children become targets. Stay strong Manchester. Love x
Nani: I love the city of Manchester, where I spent seven emotional and happy years. Today, it’s with big sadness that I see myself writing this post, which I never thought to write. I want to give my support and express that all my thoughts are with the people of Manchester.
Bryan Robson: Such sad news what has happened in Manchester #Pray4Manchester #ILoveManchester #Manchester
Cristiano Ronaldo: So sad to hear the news from Manchester. My thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims. #PrayForManchester
Peter Schmeichel: My thoughts are with the families and friends of those who have lost loved ones in the attack at Manchester Arena. #StayStrongManchester
Mikael Silvestre: Devastating news in Manchester. My thoughts and prayers with all families involved #ManchesterStayStrong
Edwin van der Sar: My heart and respect goes out to the people who lost their lives or loved ones in yesterday’s attack in Manchester. #staystrong
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