🔗 Share this article Ruben Amorim Dismissed by the Red Devils. The Old Trafford club have terminated the contract of manager Ruben Amorim after a little over a year in charge. The announcement comes following a growing clash over January funds and despite the team's improved league position. What Sparked the Decision The relationship between Amorim and the club's football department, particularly director of football the recruitment chief, had been deteriorating for some time. The final trigger is believed to have been public remarks made by Amorim following the recent 1-1 draw with their rivals. He reportedly told the recruitment team to "fulfill their responsibilities," highlighting a fundamental rift. "I was hired as the manager of Manchester United – not to be the coach. That is clear. I know my name is not a household giant 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 Disappointing Spell On paper, Amorim's time at the club was undistinguished. 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 suffered more defeats than it won in the calendar year 2025. Paradoxically, his final games showed some resilience. United were defeated only once of his last eight matches and now find themselves sixth in the standings, just three points off the coveted fourth place. End of an Era Results 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) United's Position In its statement, the club presented the decision as one aimed at securing the highest 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." The Immediate Future In the short term, former player Darren Fletcher will take charge on an interim basis. He is scheduled to be in the technical area for the upcoming league fixture against the Clarets. For the permanent role, bookmakers and analysts are speculating a range of possible successors. Names being linked include former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández, Oliver Glasner, Three Lions manager Southgate, and Enzo Maresca. Fan and Pundit Reaction The sacking has sparked debate among the fanbase and observers. Some cite the poor results and tactics as valid reasons, while others argue the ownership and directors must shoulder significant blame for instability. A perspective suggests: "{Between the consistently bad performances and results, the very low 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." An alternative take states: "It seems crazy to blame results when the team are joint fifth 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 better team than last year." The search for a new manager and the pursuit for consistency at Manchester United begins once again.