United sack Amorim after 14-month reign

CURRENT U18S COACH FLETCHER TO TAKE CHARGE

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Ruben Amorim was sacked by Manchester United yesterday, bringing a dramatic end to his turbulent 14-month spell as manager of the struggling Premier League giants.

The dismissal of the Portuguese follows growing tensions with Old Trafford bosses, including director of football Jason Wilcox, over recent days.

The club, sixth in the Premier League table after a 1-1 draw at Leeds on Sunday, issued a statement saying Amorim had “departed his role as head coach of Manchester United”, thanking him for his service.

"The club's leadership has reluctantly made the decision that it is the right time to make a change," United said in their statement.

"This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish."