BREAKING: Like Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca, Manchester United Sack Ruben Amorim
English Premier League giants Manchester United have reportedly sacked Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim.
This was disclosed by transfer news experts David Ornstein and Fabrizio Romano in a post on X on Monday morning.
Amorim was informed of his sacking by executives Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox.
The Genius Media Nigeria reports that Darren Fletcher will take over coaching of the team on interim basis.
Ornstein wrote: “EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim as head coach. 40yo Portuguese informed of decision & goes with immediate effect after 14 months following breakdown in relations. Darren Fletcher expected to take over #MUFC on interim basis.”
“BREAKING: Rúben Amorim has just been SACKED by Manchester United. Decision made this morning,” Fabrizio Romano wrote.
It was gathered that his sacking followed his outburst after the club’s 1-1 draw with Leeds.
Tension over a lack of alignment in the market and a breakdown between Amorim and Jason Wilcox had risen in the club.
Confirming Amorim’s sacking, Manchester United wrote: “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.
“The club would like to thank Ruben for his contribution to the club and wishes him well for the future.”
