Xavi Hernandez has emerged as a leading candidate to become Manchester United’s next manager after the club sacked Ruben Amorim on Sunday, ending the Portuguese coach’s 14-month reign amid mounting pressure, inconsistent results and growing internal tension at Old Trafford.

United confirmed Amorim’s dismissal following a damaging run of performances that left the club sixth in the Premier League and struggling to establish a clear tactical identity.

Back-to-back draws against relegation-threatened Wolves and Leeds proved pivotal, with Amorim’s pointed criticism of the club’s hierarchy after the Leeds match widely viewed as the final straw.

In a statement, United said the

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