“I don’t think Ruben Amorim will succeed at Man United and here is why…”: Pep Guardiola says Ruben Amorim has made a fatal error in just few hours after his takeover, advised him to revert his decision with immediate effect. DO YOU THINK PEP IS RIGHT?

Ruben Amorim has wasted no time in making significant decisions as Manchester United’s new head coach, starting with the dismissal of Ruud van Nistelrooy from the club’s coaching staff.

Van Nistelrooy, who stepped in as interim manager after Erik ten Hag’s sacking, led United to an unbeaten four-match run with three wins and a draw. His short spell was seen as a stabilizing period for the team, and there’s recognition that he helped stop the downward spiral. However, on Amorim’s first day in the role, he informed Van Nistelrooy face-to-face that his services would no longer be required, as the Portuguese manager brought his own staff from Sporting CP.

Van Nistelrooy, who turned down other managerial opportunities to become Ten Hag’s assistant last summer, had expressed a willingness to work under Amorim. The decision to part ways will undoubtedly be a disappointment for the Dutchman, who had hoped to remain at Old Trafford.

Rio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves Question Amorim’s Call

Former United defender Rio Ferdinand, who played alongside Van Nistelrooy, praised his former teammate’s performance as caretaker manager. Speaking on his *Rio Ferdinand Presents* podcast, Ferdinand said:

“His audition couldn’t have gone any better. There was a steely determination from him to either stay at the club or attract attention as a manager elsewhere. He looked the part and delivered results.

The players needed that stability. There was a lot of turbulence, fractured relationships with the previous manager, and fans who had made their minds up about a change. Van Nistelrooy didn’t just bring a new-manager bounce—it felt deeper. The players respected him and wanted to perform for him.”

Owen Hargreaves also echoed Ferdinand’s sentiments, highlighting the rapport Van Nistelrooy had built with the squad and the tactical insights he provided.

What’s Next for Amorim?

Amorim now shifts his focus to preparing for his first match in charge, a Premier League clash against Ipswich Town on November 24. While his decision to let go of Van Nistelrooy has drawn criticism, Amorim’s tenure will ultimately be judged on his ability to revitalize United and improve their position in the league.