The Digest:
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has delivered a stunning public rebuke to the club’s hierarchy, declaring he was hired to be the "manager, not the coach" and hinting at a potential early exit if his strategic vision is not supported, following a damaging 1-1 draw with Leeds United.
Key Points:
- Amorim stated, "I came here to be the manager of Man United, not the coach," in a pointed post-match message.
- He implied his position could be unsustainable for the remaining 18 months of his contract without board backing.
- The outburst came after United dropped points in a 1-1 Premier League draw against Leeds at Elland Road.
- Amorim had previously made cryptic comments about the club's restrictive January transfer plans.
- He suggested he must adapt his tactics because the funds for a "perfect" system are not available.
- The Portuguese manager distinguished his role and that of a head coach like Thomas Tuchel.
- The result left Manchester United in fifth place in the Premier League table.
Sources: Goal, BBC
