Manchester United Suspends Erik Ten Hag, Appoints Ruben Amorim After Considering Six Candidates

Manchester United appointed Ruben Amorim as head coach nearly a year ago after a disappointing start to the 2024-25 season and the sacking of Erik ten Hag. Initially, Amorim was not on United's shortlist due to his lack of Premier League experience; the club had considered other managers such as Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, Roberto De Zerbi, Thomas Frank, Marco Silva, and Graham Potter. Despite initial skepticism, Amorim has made bold decisions, including a major squad overhaul and the departure of fan favorites like Marcus Rashford, which have begun to yield positive results, as evidenced by a recent unbeaten streak. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and former United manager Steve Bruce have publicly supported Amorim, recognizing his bravery and strategic vision. Amorim's appointment contrasts with the struggles of fellow Portuguese coach Vitor Pereira, recently sacked by Wolves, highlighting Amorim's better adaptation to the Premier League environment. United's turnaround under Amorim reflects a shift towards building a competitive team aligned with his football philosophy, with strong backing from the club's hierarchy and fans.