🔗 Share this article Ruben Amorim Dismissed by the Premier League Giants. The Old Trafford club have announced the departure of manager Ruben Amorim after a brief and turbulent 14-month stint in charge. The move comes amid a reported power struggle over January funds and despite the team's improved league position. The Final Straw Tensions between the manager and the club's leadership, particularly director of football the recruitment chief, had been fracturing for a period. The decisive moment is believed to have been public remarks made by Amorim after Sunday's 1-1 draw with Leeds United. He publicly challenged the recruitment team to "focus on their duties," highlighting a fundamental rift. "My role is to be 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 On paper, Amorim's time at the club was poor. He departs with a win ratio of less than 39 per cent and a league points average of 1.24 in the top flight. The team lost more games than it won in the calendar year 2025. However, his final games showed a slight improvement. United lost just one of his final eight matches and currently sit sixth in the Premier League table, just three points off the coveted Champions League spots. Final Games in Charge 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 presented the decision as one aimed at securing the best possible league finish. "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." What Comes Next? In the immediate aftermath, former player Darren Fletcher will take charge on an caretaker basis. He is scheduled to be in the dugout for the next league fixture against the Clarets. For the permanent role, bookmakers and pundits are suggesting a range of potential candidates. Names in the frame include Spanish tactician Xavi, Oliver Glasner, England national team boss Gareth Southgate, and another promising coach. Fan and Pundit Reaction The news has sparked mixed reactions among the fanbase and observers. Some point to the underwhelming performances and style as valid reasons, while others argue the club's hierarchy must shoulder significant blame for instability. One viewpoint suggests: "{Between the generally poor performances and results, the rather abhorrent win ratio and the inflexible approach, Amorim 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 the team are in the top six in the table... They’ve beaten top sides... and have lost only twice since 1 October. Just watching them you can see they’re a improved side than last year." The search for a new manager and the quest for stability at Manchester United begins once again.