Overview
- United confirmed Amorim’s departure in a statement that cited the team’s position of sixth in the Premier League and framed the move as a reluctant decision to boost results.
- Under-18s coach and former United midfielder Darren Fletcher will lead the first team on an interim basis, starting with Wednesday’s match at Burnley.
- Amorim’s exit came a day after he insisted he came to be the “manager” rather than “head coach” and urged the scouting department and sporting director to “do their job.”
- Multiple outlets report a breakdown with the hierarchy over transfer policy and authority, including strained relations with director of football Jason Wilcox and CEO Omar Berrada.
- Amorim leaves after 14 months marked by a 15th-place league finish last season, heavy summer spending and inconsistent form this term, prompting fan criticism of the timing of the sacking.