Xavi Hernandez has emerged as a leading candidate to become Manchester Unitedβs next manager after the club sacked Ruben Amorim on Sunday, ending the Portuguese coachβs 14-month reign amid mounting pressure, inconsistent results and growing internal tension at Old Trafford.
United confirmed Amorimβs 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 Amorimβs pointed criticism of the clubβs hierarchy after the Leeds match widely viewed as the final straw.
In a statement, United said the
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