Manchester, February 5, 2024 — Manchester United are weighing options for an interim manager following the dismissal of head coach Ruben Amorim on Monday, with early-stage talks held with former managers Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick.
Navigating the Interim Period
The Red Devils are seeking experienced leadership while searching for a permanent replacement.
- The club is prioritizing an experienced interim manager to stabilize the team.
- Solskjaer and Carrick have engaged in preliminary discussions with United officials.
- Ruud van Nistelrooy is also being considered for a temporary role.
- Under-18 coach Darren Fletcher will lead the team in upcoming Premier League and FA Cup matches.
The search comes as United look for their seventh permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in May 2013. CEO Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are leading the process, aiming to secure stability before a permanent appointment this summer.
What is Manchester United’s immediate plan following Amorim’s departure? The club has placed under-18 coach Darren Fletcher in temporary charge for Wednesday’s Premier League trip to Burnley and Sunday’s FA Cup third round tie at home to Brighton & Hove Albion.
Solskjaer, who was sacked in November 2021 after a three-year tenure, has held informal discussions with the club. He has been out of work since being relieved of his duties by Besiktas in August.
Carrick, who served as interim boss for three games following Solskjaer’s exit in 2021, is also available after leaving Middlesbrough last summer after nearly three years in charge of the EFL Championship team. Sources indicate these discussions are preliminary, focused on gauging interest and availability.
Ruud van Nistelrooy, who briefly managed the team in four games last season between the departures of Erik ten Hag and Amorim, is also under consideration. However, former United captain Wayne Rooney has not been approached for the role.
