Carrick took the bold decision to drop the 36-year-old, but claimed it was merely a move to “freshen up the team”.
However, Neville feels it is a sign of things to come when Rangnick takes over at Old Trafford.
He tweeted: “A lot of people having a go at Michael Carrick for dropping Ronaldo and picking that MDF.
“I’ve a feeling the the incoming manager has picked that team as it’s a huge departure from midweek and what they’ve been doing.”
United held Chelsea to a 1-1 draw, as Jadon Sancho’s breakaway goal was cancelled out by Jorginho’s penalty.
