Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show REACTION: Man United sack Ruben Amorim
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Jan 5, 2026 Manchester United has sacked Ruben Amorim, marking a tumultuous end to his 18-month reign. Youth team manager Darren Fletcher steps in as interim coach. The decision was described as reluctant, with tensions over transfers and tactics contributing to Amorim’s downfall. Public criticism may have also played a role in his dismissal. The hosts explore Fletcher's potential tactical shifts and what this means for the team's European ambitions, while assessing Amorim's mixed legacy. There's a pressing need for the board to find the right replacement.
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Immediate Change To Boost Results
- Manchester United sacked Ruben Amorim with Darren Fletcher named interim head coach until further notice.
- The club said the change gives the team the best chance of a highest possible Premier League finish.
Recruitment And Turf Tension
- Tension over recruitment and tactical interference contributed heavily to the breakdown between Amorim and the hierarchy.
- Laurie Whitwell says public criticism of the club and calls about recruitment made Amorim's position untenable.
Press Conference That Shifted Everything
- Andy Mitten describes catching Amorim late in a press conference where he 'unloaded' on the club.
- Andy says that public airing of grievances put Amorim on risky ground and likely hastened his exit.