Manchester United has announced the departure of Head Coach Ruben Amorim after 14 months in charge, with former player Darren Fletcher stepping in as interim manager. The club confirmed the decision on Monday, stating that Fletcher would take charge of the team for their upcoming Premier League match against Burnley on Wednesday.

Amorim's exit follows a period of reported tension surrounding the club's transfer policy. Reports suggest a power struggle emerged after the 1-1 draw with Leeds, with Amorim expressing frustration and demanding that the recruitment department "do their job". He alluded to rifts behind the scenes and a difference in vision regarding his role, stating, "I came here to be the manager of Manchester United – not to be the coach of Manchester United". Amorim was appointed in November 2024 and led the team to the UEFA Europa League final in May. However, United finished a disappointing 15th in the Premier League last season, and currently sit sixth. The club's leadership ultimately decided that a change was necessary to give the team the best chance of achieving the highest possible Premier League finish.

Darren Fletcher, a former Manchester United midfielder, steps into the interim role. Fletcher spent 13 years as a player at the club, winning numerous major honors, including five Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. Since October 2020, he has held various positions at the club, including technical director, first-team coach, and most recently, head coach of the Under-18s. Fletcher is the fifth former Manchester United player under Sir Alex Ferguson to take on the role of interim manager, following in the footsteps of Ryan Giggs, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Michael Carrick and Ruud van Nistelrooy.

It is unclear how long Fletcher will remain in charge, with reports suggesting the club may seek another interim manager to lead the team until the end of the season. Names like Oliver Glasner have been linked to the permanent managerial position. Fletcher's immediate focus will be on preparing the team for the match against Burnley.

Fletcher's connection to the club runs deep; he made 342 appearances for United and has twin sons, Jack and Tyler, in the first-team squad. Both were unused substitutes in Amorim's final game. His experience as a player and his familiarity with the club's culture could provide a stabilizing influence during this period of transition.