Manchester United are parting ways with their head coach, Ruben Amorim, following a 1-1 draw with Leeds on Sunday at Elland Road. The club announced the news on Monday, informing that Darren Fletcher is set to take charge of the team for the fixture against Burnley from Wednesday.
The club shared the announcement with the fans on their official website, explaining that the move will help the club to improve its position in the standings.
“Ruben Amorim has departed his role as Head Coach of Manchester United,” said the club’s statement.
Amorim’s tenure began in November 2024. He 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.
The Red Devils sit in the sixth spot in the Premier League table, with eight wins, seven draws and five losses in 20 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.
In their recent Premier League match, Manchester United secured 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 at 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.