Mon Jan 05 12:45:56 UTC 2026: ## Ruben Amorim Sacked by Manchester United After Explosive Press Conference
Manchester, UK – Manchester United have abruptly parted ways with manager Ruben Amorim after just 14 months at the helm, the club announced today. The decision follows a string of underwhelming results and a reportedly contentious relationship between the Portuguese coach and the club’s hierarchy, culminating in a fiery press conference hours before his dismissal.
Amorim, 40, leaves United sitting sixth in the Premier League, a marginal improvement from their dismal 15th-place finish in the 2024-25 season. However, the lack of progress towards securing a Champions League spot and a reported clash over transfer policy appear to have sealed his fate.
The breaking point reportedly occurred after Amorim publicly criticized the club’s scouting department and Director of Football, Jason Wilcox, urging them “to do their job.” This outburst followed weeks of simmering tension, with Amorim expressing frustration over the lack of squad reinforcements during the January transfer window.
“The club’s leadership has reluctantly made the decision that it is the right time to make a change,” a statement from Manchester United read. “This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish.”
Despite his defiant stance last week, stating “I’m not going to quit,” Amorim’s tenure has come to an abrupt end. His record at Old Trafford stands at 24 wins, 18 draws, and 21 losses.
Former Manchester United player and academy head coach Darren Fletcher has been appointed as interim manager with immediate effect as the club searches for a permanent replacement.
Pundits have been quick to weigh in, with former United defender Rio Ferdinand suggesting Amorim’s inflexibility and recent comments led to his downfall. He also offered potential replacements, including Thomas Tuchel, Roberto De Zerbi, and Xavi.
Gary Neville, another former player, noted that Amorim was growing increasingly frustrated, “starting to unleash” his discontent with the club’s internal workings in recent weeks.
The club’s focus now shifts to identifying a long-term successor to guide the Red Devils back to the top of English football. The search is expected to be thorough, with several high-profile names already being linked to the vacant position.
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