Manchester United has officially sacked Ruben Amorim from his role as manager after a 14-month tenure, a decision that followed a 1-1 draw against Leeds United over the weekend. The Portuguese international's final game in charge left the club sixth in the Premier League. Amorim's time at Old Trafford was characterized by the lowest win percentage of any United manager in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, securing only 24 victories from his 63 matches.

The dismissal comes amid reports of a significant breakdown in the relationship between Amorim and the club's hierarchy. In his post-match press conference following the Leeds draw, Amorim openly expressed his frustration, emphasizing that he was brought in as 'manager' of United, not merely a 'head coach,' suggesting a desire for broader influence over football decisions beyond the touchline. These comments, along with claims of wanting more power and his assertion that he would not quit but would 'do my job until another guy comes here to replace me,' reportedly did not sit well with the board.

Ruben Amorim was appointed in November 2023 as the replacement for Erik ten Hag, who was also sacked for performing below expectations. During his time, United finished 15th last season and lost the UEFA Europa League Final to Tottenham. Critics pointed to his alleged refusal to adjust his football philosophy as a contributing factor to the team's struggles.

Former Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes, weighed in on Amorim's sacking, highlighting what he considered