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Soccer-Manchester United parts ways with manager Ruben Amorim

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Posted on January 5, 2026

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Jan 5 (Reuters) - Manchester United have parted ways with manager Ruben Amorim, the Premier League club said on Monday, a day after they were held to a draw by relegation-threatened Leeds United. "

Manchester United Parts Ways with Manager Ruben Amorim Amid Struggles

Jan 5 (Reuters) - Manchester United have parted ways with manager Ruben Amorim, the Premier League club said on Monday, a day after they were held to a draw by relegation-threatened Leeds United.

"With Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League, the club’s leadership has reluctantly made the decision that it is the right time to make a change. This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish," the club said in a statement.

United sit sixth in the league table, 17 points below leaders Arsenal.

(Reporting by Chiranjit Ojha in Bengaluru; Editing by Toby Chopra)

Key Takeaways

  • Manchester United has parted ways with manager Ruben Amorim.
  • The decision follows a draw with Leeds United.
  • Manchester United is currently sixth in the Premier League.
  • The club aims for a higher Premier League finish.
  • Arsenal leads the league by 17 points.

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