By: Manoah Kikekon
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| Ruben Amorim |
Manchester United have officially parted ways with head coach Ruben Amorim, sent packing after a tumultuous period marked by a collapse in communication with the club’s hierarchy and a disappointing string of results on the pitch.
The news broke on Monday morning, sending shockwaves through the footballing world. Despite arriving with high expectations in November 2024 and leading the "Red Devils" to the UEFA Europa League Final in Bilbao last May, the Portuguese tactician’s tenure has ended abruptly just over a year after it began.
In a formal press release, the club confirmed the departure, citing the need for a fresh direction to save their domestic campaign.
“Ruben Amorim has departed his role as head coach of Manchester United,” the club stated. “With Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League, the club’s leadership has reluctantly made the decision that it is the right time to make a change. This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish.”
While the club’s league position is a primary factor, reports suggest that a breakdown in the relationship between Amorim and the Old Trafford board became irreparable. Tensions regarding transfer strategy and internal structures reportedly reached a boiling point over the festive period, leaving the Glazers and INEOS leadership with little choice but to act.
Amorim becomes the second high-profile managerial casualty in the Premier League this week. He follows Enzo Maresca, who was dismissed by Chelsea just days ago, signaling a ruthless start to the new year for English top-flight managers.
Manchester United have moved quickly to stabilize the ship. Former midfielder and current academy coach Darren Fletcher has been handed the reins on an interim basis. Fletcher’s immediate task will be preparing the squad for a quick turnaround as they face Burnley on Wednesday.
Fans are now left wondering who will be the permanent successor to lead the club’s long-term project, with names like Xabi Alonso and Zinedine Zidane already circulating in the rumor mill.