Darren Fletcher has described his appointment as interim manager of Manchester United as "beyond his wildest dreams". The former Manchester United midfielder was placed in temporary charge of the team following the departure of Ruben Amorim on Monday. Amorim's exit followed a turbulent 14 months at Old Trafford, culminating in a 1-1 draw against Leeds United.

Fletcher, currently the Under-18s coach, addressed the press on Tuesday ahead of his first match in charge against Burnley on Wednesday. "It's surreal," Fletcher stated, reflecting on his new role. He further acknowledged the "amazing honour" of leading the team, a prospect he hadn't envisioned, even during his playing days. Fletcher made 342 appearances for the Red Devils, and has worked in various capacities at the club since 2020, including as technical director.

Fletcher, a former Scotland international, is expected to remain in the position while the club seeks a caretaker boss until a permanent successor to Amorim is appointed at the end of the season. Reports indicate that Manchester United had preliminary discussions with Fletcher, Michael Carrick, and former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, all former players, about the caretaker role.

When questioned about the possibility of securing the manager's job on a full-time basis, Fletcher stated that it wasn't something he had considered. His immediate focus is on the upcoming match against Burnley. He emphasized that discussions with the club's hierarchy have centered on the Burnley game, with further conversations planned afterward.

Fletcher's connection with Manchester United spans many years. As a player, he won several major honors, including five Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. Since October 2020, he has held numerous positions at the club, including technical director and first-team coach. His sons, twins Jack and Tyler Fletcher, are also part of Manchester United's first-team squad.

Fletcher is the fifth former Manchester United player under Sir Alex Ferguson to take on the role of interim manager, following Ryan Giggs, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Michael Carrick and Ruud van Nistelrooy. It remains to be seen how long Fletcher will manage the team, with upcoming games including an FA Cup tie against Brighton & Hove Albion and Premier League matches against Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham, and Tottenham Hotspur.