Manchester United have terminated the contract of head coach Ruben Amorim after just 14 months in charge after coming under increasing pressure regarding his methods and his relations with other staff members at Old Trafford.
xorlali.com recognizes the significant role this emotional and Sometimes inconsistent behavior of the Portuguese manager, failing to adjust to the preferred 4-3-3 tactic preferred by the club, may have taken in amicably parting ways with the Portuguese manager.
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Why Manchester United Sacked Ruben Amorim
Sources close to the situation have revealed that Amorim had a planned meeting with United’s Director of Football Jason Wilcox on Friday regarding the tactical strategy of the team and the way they have been performing.
The United hierarchy reportedly felt that the manner in which Amorim responded during the meeting was too emotional and negative, which left serious doubts about whether he was capable of taking the side forward. A subsequent meeting on Monday morning between Wilcox and United CEO Omar Berrada ultimately led to the dismissal of the 40-year-old coach.
Finally, the club officials decided that Amorim’s situation had become unsustainable, with the confidence level in his leadership greatly undermined.
Amorim Unsurprised at Manchester United Departure
Contrary to the shock nature of the news, it is believed that Amorim had foreseen his dismissal, realizing he did not enjoy the full support of the club’s hierarchy.
The ex-Sporting CP boss had been positive about the prospects of Manchester United, who are currently sixth in the Premier League, gaining a spot in the Champions League, given the expected return of players who were competing in the Africa Cup of Nations.
However, there has been growing discontent on the part of Amorim, who has been adamant that United need one or two experienced signings in the winter transfer period, especially a regular Premier League goalscorer.
Nonetheless, Amorim has always staunchly justified his football ideology, though in reality, he felt the same concern that the management at United was not totally supportive of his tactical approaches.
He was also disappointed with what he felt was interference from external sources, saying that Manchester United had “many managers outside the club,” and emphasizing the need to shut out external pressures.
His remarks in the past few weeks in the media reflected the widening divide between him and the people at Old Trafford.
“I came here to be the manager of Manchester United, not just the coach,” Amorim said following Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Leeds.
He later added before Christmas:
“If we want to play a perfect 3-4-3, we need time and significant investment. I’m starting to understand that this may not happen.”
Although Amorim briefly switched to a back four during United’s Boxing Day win over Newcastle, he reverted to a back three for the dismal 1-1 draw against Wolves a match that proved to be his final home fixture.
Official Club Statement Confirms Amorim’s Dismissal
Manchester United officially announced Amorim’s dismissal shortly after 10am on Monday, releasing a statement confirming the decision.
“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 achieving the highest possible Premier League finish.”
Darren Fletcher Named Interim Head Coach
Who is the current coach of Manchester unity? The coach position has been given on a temporary basis to former Manchester United midfielder and U18s coach Darren Fletcher.
United will resume their matches on Wednesday evening as they travel to Burnley’s home grounds to face Burnley. They will then play Brighton in their third round of FA Cup schedules on Sunday.
Ruben Amorim’s Record at Manchester United
Amorim leaves United with a statistical performance that will ultimately turn out costly:
Won 24 out of 63 matches overall (38.1%)
Won just 15 out of 47 Premier League games
Lost 19 league matches
Averaged 1.23 points per game, the worst of any United manager in the Premier League era
Longest winning streak: Three games
Lost a third of all matches played, the worst record for a permanent United manager since the early 1970s
Exactly three top flight sides have won fewer points under boss Amorim’s leadership.
What’s Next for Amorim?
Despite this, Amorim plans to return to his managerial career soon and sticks by his values in the world of football. His last match at the helm as Manchester United boss came in the 1-1 draw at Leeds, marking the end to a tempestuous period at Old Trafford.