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Manchester United Sack Ruben Amorim, Darren Fletcher Takes Interim Charge

Manchester United have announced the departure of head coach Ruben Amorim, who was appointed in November 2024. Former club player Darren Fletcher will take interim charge, starting with the match against Burnley. The club stated the change was made to give the team the best chance of a high Premier League finish amid a run of poor form. United currently sit sixth in the table, 17 points behind leaders Arsenal.

Key Points: Man Utd Part Ways with Coach Ruben Amorim, Fletcher Interim

  • Amorim departs after 14 months
  • Darren Fletcher named interim boss
  • Club sits 6th, 17 points off top
  • Recent form includes three straight draws
  • Change aims for highest possible finish
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Manchester United, head coach Amorim part ways; Fletcher to take over

Manchester United announce head coach Ruben Amorim's departure. Darren Fletcher takes interim charge as the club sits 6th in the Premier League.

"Ruben Amorim has departed his role as Head Coach of Manchester United. - Club Statement"

Manchester, January 5

Manchester United announced the departure of their head coach, Ruben Amorim, on Monday, with former club stalwart Darren Fletcher set to take charge of the team from Wednesday's fixture against Burnley.

The Red Devils took to their official website to share the announcement with fans as they sit in the sixth spot in the Premier League table, with eight wins, seven draws and five losses in 19 games and have just 31 points, 17 points less than table-toppers Arsenal (48 points). They have drawn their last three fixtures, winning one and losing one.

"Ruben Amorim has departed his role as Head Coach of Manchester United," said the club's statement.

Ruben was appointed in November 2024 and led the team to a UEFA Europa League Final in Bilbao in May.

"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," added the statement.

Darren Fletcher will take charge of the team against Burnley on Wednesday.

Manchester United, in their recent Premier League match, came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw against Leeds United at Elland Road. After a quiet first half, Brenden Aaronson netted the opener for Leeds United, capitalising on a defensive lapse of United to put the hosts in front during the 62nd minute of the match. However, United's Matheus Cunha scored a goal for his side in the 65th minute to level the score 1-1.

During the closing stages, Leeds' Noah Okafor and Joel Piroe had the best chances against Daniel Farke's side but could not convert them as the match ended in a stalemate.

- ANI

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Priya S
As an Indian fan who stays up late to watch the matches, this is so frustrating. Three draws in a row is not good enough for a club of this stature. Hopefully Darren Fletcher can bring some passion and fight back. At least he knows what the club means. #GGMU
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Aman W
17 points behind Arsenal! That's the real story. The board is right to act, even if it feels harsh. Amorim's style never fully clicked in the Premier League. Fletcher might steady the ship for now. Top four is still possible if we find some consistency.
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Sarah B
Respectfully, I think this is a mistake. He was only appointed in November last year! How can you build anything in that time? The players need to look at themselves. Conceding silly goals like against Leeds is not the manager's fault alone. Wishing Ruben all the best.
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Vikram M
The Glazers out! That's the change we need. Until then, it's just musical chairs with managers. Fletcher is a good man, but this feels like a temporary fix. The club's leadership statement sounds like corporate jargon. Show us action on the pitch, please! 🔴
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Kavya N
Mixed feelings. Sad to see Amorim go, but excited for Fletch! He bled for this club as a player. Maybe he can instill that never-say-die attitude we've been missing. The draw against Leeds showed some fight at least. On to Burnley! Come on, United! 💪

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