Ruben Amorim aired his grievances following Sunday's draw at Leeds UnitedManchester United maintain that Ruben Amorim was dismissed purely due to insufficient progress on the field and have refuted claims of any power struggle at Old Trafford, despite the Portuguese manager exposing such tensions publicly in recent days. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTHowever, according to the Manchester Evening News, United insiders maintain the decision was based exclusively on results. They are said to have dismissed suggestions of any internal power battles or that Amorim had issued an ultimatum seeking additional control. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT They assert the 40-year-old retained the 'unwavering support' of all club personnel, but insufficient advancement meant his continuation in the role was untenable. The club maintains that manager Ruben Amorim was fully supportive of this recruitment strategy, favouring an enhanced attack over midfield reinforcements.

Source: Express January 05, 2026 12:14 UTC