BREAKING NEWS: “I’m not interested in what kind of relationship he had with Ten Hag. Once I arrived, he’s definitely leaving my team. I don’t work with average players,” Ruben Amorim discloses, revealing the Manchester United player he has instructed to depart by January.

A new chapter begins for Manchester United on Monday as Ruben Amorim is set to take charge as the club’s latest permanent manager. However, before his official start, United must first focus on their upcoming Premier League match against Leicester City. This fixture comes as part of an eventful transition period at Old Trafford following recent managerial changes.

Ruben Amorim will be United’s fifth permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson’s legendary departure in 2013. His appointment follows the sacking of Erik ten Hag last month, after which Ruud van Nistelrooy stepped in as interim manager. As Amorim prepares to assume his role, uncertainty looms regarding Van Nistelrooy’s position at the club.

Van Nistelrooy, who led United to a 2-0 victory over PAOK in the Europa League, aims to end his brief tenure with a positive result against Leicester. His temporary stewardship has provided a glimpse of his coaching potential, and he will hope to conclude on a high note before the reins are officially handed over to Amorim.

During his final pre-match press conference, Van Nistelrooy expressed interest in managing Manchester United permanently in the future. His impactful return as an assistant coach has sparked speculation about his long-term role. However, Amorim is expected to bring in members of his own coaching team from Sporting Lisbon, leaving Van Nistelrooy’s future uncertain.

The decision Amorim makes regarding Van Nistelrooy could be influenced by the Dutchman’s recent remarks and aspirations. If Amorim contemplates retaining Van Nistelrooy, the latter’s ambitions to carve out a managerial path that could one day lead him back to the United hotseat might factor into the equation.

Adding to the club’s challenges, first-team coach Darren Fletcher has been sanctioned by The Football Association following misconduct during a match against Brentford. Fletcher’s heated response to a controversial incident saw him receive a three-match touchline ban. This ruling means he will be absent from Sunday’s game against Chelsea and will miss Amorim’s debut match in charge.

Injuries have plagued United’s squad this season, but Amorim could soon have key defenders Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro at his disposal. Ruud van Nistelrooy hinted on Friday that both players are nearing a return to full fitness. Additionally, the recent game against PAOK saw Christian Eriksen and Manuel Ugarte gain valuable minutes, which will be a boost for Amorim as he prepares for his first match against Ipswich Town after the international break.

 

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