THE MAJORITY of Manchester United players are unhappy with the sacking of Ruben Amorim.
Well-placed sources say was popular with the players and retained the backing of most of the squad members.
Ruben Amorim was sacked by Man Utd on Monday morningCredit: Alamy
players were informed of Amorim’s departure on Monday morning but a source close to the dressing room said that the players felt had been coming for a few days.
Despite United sources insisting there was no power struggle and a lack of progress and evolution cost Amorim, the suspicion is he fell on his sword after openly challenging the United hierarchy in his post-match press conference at on Sunday.
A number of United players to Amorim on their social media accounts throughout Monday.
and were among the well-wishers, despite United sources citing Amorim’s criticism of them behind his dismissal.
Dorgu and Sesko were two signings driven by the United hierarchy and director of football Jason Wilcox that were okayed by Amorim.
Unlike with previous United managerial dismissals, the players were not consulted on Amorim’s position before the decision was taken.
Dorgu, Sesko, , , , Amad, , , and have all thanked Amorim on their Instagram accounts, at the time of writing.
Only four United players expressed their thanks to after he lost his job in December 2018.
Bruno Fernandes was among the United players to thank AmorimCredit: PA
Darren Fletcher has been appointed as the Red Devils’ caretaker manager.
United will be back on action on Wednesday when they make the short trip to Burnley.
Following his sacking, Amorim was as he went out for a walk with his wife.
SunSport that the Portuguese’s chaotic United reign cost the club £30m.
Amorim was not given a full season at the United helmCredit: Alamy
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