Manchester United’s roster took to social media to express their gratitude towards Ruben Amorim, who was abruptly dismissed from his managerial role during an early morning meeting with club officials. The heartfelt messages from several players indicate a strong bond with the former coach, yet the silence from a few key figures suggests a divide within the squad.
The decision to part ways with Amorim, who had been at the helm for just over a year, sent shockwaves through the football community. His departure followed a tumultuous relationship with the club’s management, which reached a breaking point after a disappointing draw against Leeds United. During the post-match press conference, a visibly frustrated Amorim made headlines by insisting on being called the ‘manager’ rather than the ‘head coach’ and took aim at director of football Jason Wilcox for disagreements over tactics and transfer strategies.
This public dispute proved to be the last straw for the club’s hierarchy. Currently positioned sixth in the Premier League, Manchester United stated that the choice to let Amorim go was made with reluctance but deemed essential for improving the team’s prospects for the remainder of the season. Under Amorim’s leadership, the club recorded the lowest win rate among any permanent manager in the Premier League era, marred by a contentious 3-4-3 formation that failed to bring desired results.
Despite the challenges, many of Amorim’s former players have rallied to support him, sending their best wishes as he embarks on his next chapter. However, the mixed reactions from the squad hint at underlying tensions that may affect the team moving forward.
