UPDATE: Ruben Amorim has been sacked as the manager of Manchester United, marking a significant shake-up at the club amid mounting pressures. This urgent decision follows Amorim’s underwhelming performance, leading to his departure with the worst points percentage of any United boss in the Premier League era.
Amorim’s record is alarming: he won only 24 of 63 games across all competitions, translating to a win rate of just 38.1%. This makes him the least successful manager since the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson retired, trailing Ralf Rangnick’s interim record of 37.9%. Under Amorim, United secured less than a third of their Premier League matches, with only 15 victories out of 47, while suffering 19 defeats.
The club’s struggles on the pitch have been compounded by issues off it. Amorim recently clashed with club executives over transfer strategies, further fueling the decision to part ways. His average of 1.23 points per game is the lowest in the club’s Premier League history, with Rangnick being the next lowest at 1.54.
Amorim’s tenure was marked by a lack of consistency. His longest winning streak was a mere three matches, a statistic that has left fans and analysts questioning his leadership. Comparatively, since Ferguson’s retirement in 2013, Manchester United has cycled through six permanent managers, including interim appointments that have failed to bring stability.
Historically, United has struggled to find a replacement of Ferguson’s caliber, who boasted an impressive 59.7% win rate over 1,500 games. The club’s most successful manager post-Ferguson, Jose Mourinho, achieved a win percentage of 58.3% during his time, along with a notable trophy haul including the League Cup and Europa League.
As Manchester United moves forward, the search for Amorim’s successor begins immediately. Fans are eager to see who will take the helm at Old Trafford and whether the new appointment can restore the club’s former glory. The next few weeks will be critical as the team looks to rebound from a disappointing start to the season.
Stay tuned for further updates as the situation develops and Manchester United navigates this pivotal moment in their history.
