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Melody Zekey Pande

Who will become the next head coach of Manchester United?
Manchester United has made the decision to part ways with manager Ruben Amorim following a challenging and uninspired 14-month period. This marks the departure of the Portuguese head coach, who now joins a lengthy list of those who have struggled to restore the club to its former glory. In the wake of his exit, former player Darren Fletcher has stepped in as the interim manager, making him the 11th individual to take on this role since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.
Ferguson, the legendary Scottish manager, led Manchester United to an impressive 13 Premier League titles during his tenure. However, since his retirement, the club has not managed to reclaim the Premier League trophy, prompting continuous scrutiny of the managerial hires that have followed. Amorim’s dismissal adds him to a roster of previous managers, including David Moyes, Mourinho, and Erik Ten Hag, all of whom have come and gone without success.

Reports indicate that Amorim’s departure was influenced by tensions behind the scenes at Old Trafford. The former Sporting CP coach expressed dissatisfaction with the level of interference from the club’s leadership, asserting his role as the team’s manager rather than just a coach and emphasizing the need for accountability across all departments, including that of sporting director Jason Wilcox.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who left the club after the 2020/21 season, previously led Manchester United to two top-four finishes and a Europa League final. He has since managed Beşiktaş and is now available, reportedly interested in returning to Old Trafford. As the club considers its next steps, there are discussions around bringing in an interim manager, with Michael Carrick, former Middlesbrough boss, also being a candidate.
Manchester United must exercise patience in its search for a new permanent manager, potentially waiting until after the summer to secure an elite candidate in light of this year’s World Cup in North America. Thomas Tuchel, currently under contract with the England national team until 2026, and Mauricio Pochettino, who has been linked to the United job on various occasions, are among the notable names being considered. Additionally, Enzo Maresca, recently with Chelsea, and Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace are also frontrunners.
Ultimately, Manchester United may need to prioritize hiring a manager with Premier League experience who can work independently. While there is a desire for Solskjaer to return as interim manager, Carrick appears to be the board’s preferred option. Looking ahead, names like Tuchel and Glasner are on the radar, but if the club truly aims to meet its 2028 objectives, they may need to invest significantly to attract a high-caliber manager such as Luis Enrique.