Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Manchester United Sacks Amorim, Ferguson's Influence Questioned
Manchester United fired their coach, Ruben Amorim, in January 2026.
They are now looking for a new coach.
Some people think Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who used to coach United, might come back.
But Roy Keane, a former United player, thinks Eddie Howe, who coaches Newcastle, would be a better choice.
Keane likes Howe because he is calm and has a lot of experience.
The club is currently being managed temporarily by Darren Fletcher while they decide on a new coach.
However, Keane also questions if Alex Ferguson, a very successful former coach, is still influencing the club's decisions, which he thinks is not good.
Fletcher, the interim manager, says he respects Ferguson's opinion and consults him for major decisions.
Manchester United sacked Ruben Amorim on January 5, 2026, due to reports of a fallout with the management.
The club is currently being overseen by Darren Fletcher on an interim basis.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick were considered as top contenders to replace Amorim.
Roy Keane endorsed Eddie Howe as the next manager, praising his experience and calm demeanor.
Keane questioned Alex Ferguson's influence on the club's decisions, suggesting he and David Gill are still involved in managerial appointments.
- Who
- Manchester United, Roy Keane, Alex Ferguson, Ruben Amorim, Darren Fletcher
- What
- Manchester United sacked manager Ruben Amorim, and Roy Keane questions Alex Ferguson's influence on the club's decisions.
- When
- January 5, 2026
- Where
- Manchester United, Premier League
- Why
- Reports of fallout with management and questions about Ferguson's influence on managerial appointments.
Ferguson's Influence
Club Management
Decision-Making
Ferguson's Influence
Roy Keane accuses Alex Ferguson of influencing decisions, suggesting he and David Gill are still involved in managerial appointments.
Club Management
The club management, including interim manager Darren Fletcher, maintains that consulting Ferguson is a sign of respect and not undue influence.
- Current Manager
- Darren Fletcher (interim)
- Previous Manager
- Ruben Amorim
- Sacked Date
- January 5, 2026
- Current League Position
- 6th in Premier League
- Roy Keane's Preferred Candidate
- Eddie Howe
- Ferguson's Role
- Consulted by Fletcher for major decisions
Sources
'They Need Little Bit Of Calm': Roy Keane Snubs Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Picks Ruben Amorim's Successor At Manchester United
Roy Keane accuses Alex Ferguson of hanging on like a bad smell at Manchester United
