Ruben Amorim has arrived at Man United. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
New Man United manager Ruben Amorim has decided not to bring Ruud van Nistelrooy into his coaching staff, prompting the Red Devils legend to leave Old Trafford.
The The Manchester club confirmed the news in a statement on Mondaywho said: “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the last four games as interim manager.
“Ruud is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend.
“We are grateful for his contribution and the way he has approached his role throughout his time at the club. He will always be very welcome at Old Trafford.”
Van Nistelrooy rejoined Man United in the summer to work under Erik ten Hag and was installed as interim manager following the sacking of their Dutch manager on 28 October. The former Red Devils striker enjoyed a fruitful spell in charge, overseeing a four-match unbeaten run.
The The 48-year-old had hoped to remain with the Manchester club when Amorim arrived but it seems the Portuguese manager did not like the idea and would prefer to start his reign at Old Trafford with people he fully trusts.
Ruben Amorim has arrived at Man United
we love arrived in Manchester on Monday start his job as manager of the Premier League giants after guiding Sporting CP to a more dramatic win against SC Braga on Sunday. The Manchester clubs’ board of directors have high hopes for the Portuguese manager after his huge success in Portugal, guiding Sporting to two league titles.
The 39-year-old has made the right decision not to bring Van Nistelrooy on board as if the dressing room wanted the Dutch coach to stayit is best for the amorim to begin his reign with people he has worked well with before and with whom he fully trusts.
Fans of the Manchester club will be upset to see the club legend go but will respect their new manager’s decision as this is the environment he wants to work in at Old Trafford.
