🔗 Share this article Ruben Amorim Relieved of Duties by Manchester United. The Old Trafford club have announced the departure of manager Ruben Amorim after a little over a year in charge. The decision comes in the wake of a reported clash over transfer policy and even with the team's recent upturn in form. What Sparked the Decision Tensions between the manager and the club's hierarchy, specifically director of football the recruitment chief, had been strained for weeks. The decisive moment is believed to have been statements made by the coach following Sunday's 1-1 draw with their rivals. He is said to have challenged the recruitment team to "focus on their duties," emphasizing a clear disconnect. "I was hired as the manager of Manchester United – not to be the coach. That is clear. I know my name is not Tuchel, Mourinho or Conte but I’m the manager. It’s going to be like this for 18 months or until the board decide to change. I’m not going to quit, I will do my job until another guy is coming here to replace me." A Struggling Reign Statistically, Amorim's time at the club was difficult. He leaves with a record of victories of less than 39 per cent and a league points average of 1.24 in the Premier League. The team lost more games than it won in the calendar year 2025. Paradoxically, his final games showed some resilience. United lost just one of his last eight matches and now find themselves in sixth place in the Premier League table, just a narrow margin off the coveted fourth place. The Last Five Matches 4-4 draw vs Bournemouth (Home) 2-1 loss vs Aston Villa (Away) 1-0 win vs Newcastle United (Home) 1-1 draw vs Wolverhampton Wanderers (Home) 1-1 draw vs Leeds United (Away) Official Statement In its official communication, the club framed the decision as one aimed at achieving the highest league finish. "With Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League, the club’s leadership has after careful consideration 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. The club would like to thank Ruben for his contribution to the club and wishes him well for the future." The Immediate Future In the short term, former player Darren Fletcher will assume control on an temporary basis. He is expected to be in the dugout for the upcoming Premier League fixture against the Clarets. For the long-term position, bookmakers and pundits are suggesting a number of possible successors. Names in the frame include former Barcelona coach Xavi, Oliver Glasner, Three Lions manager Southgate, and Enzo Maresca. Fan and Pundit Reaction The sacking has sparked mixed reactions among the fanbase and observers. Some cite the underwhelming results and tactics as justification, while others argue the ownership and directors must shoulder significant blame for continuous turmoil. A perspective suggests: "{Between the generally poor performances and results, the rather abhorrent win ratio and the inflexible approach, he has no one else to blame but himself... The ownership and their ‘best-in-class’ claims should, however, feel a large brunt of the fan’s rage; this was a farce from start to finish." A counter-argument states: "It seems crazy to blame results when United are joint fifth in the table... They’ve beaten top sides... and have lost only twice since the start of October. Just watching them you can see they’re a better team than last year." The hunt for a permanent successor and the pursuit for consistency at Manchester United begins once again.