“I told the club that I want to remain at the head coach because I have found out what the problem is. I don’t think any coach can be able to solve this problem so I an not stepping down”-BREAKING NEWS: Ruud Van Nistelrooy shocks the fans as he refused to step down as the manager which puts Rúben Amorim arrival at risk.
Manchester United stands at the threshold of a new era, with Ruben Amorim poised to step in as head coach later this month. Amorim is set to replace Erik ten Hag, who was dismissed after United’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham last Monday. Until Amorim officially begins, former United star Ruud van Nistelrooy has taken on the role of interim manager, guiding the team to a 1-1 draw against Chelsea in his Premier League debut on Sunday.
In that match, Bruno Fernandes put United on the scoreboard first, converting a penalty. However, Chelsea quickly responded, leveling the score with a goal from Moises Caicedo. As Manchester United navigates this period of transition, Mirror Football delves into the latest updates from Old Trafford.
Roy Keane’s Disappointment with United’s Performance
Former United captain Roy Keane didn’t hold back in his criticism of United’s recent display against Chelsea, calling it “boring” and highlighting the formidable task that awaits Amorim.
Commenting on Sky Sports, Keane quipped, “He probably should’ve signed a longer contract. This team has a long journey ahead. A new manager might bring some improvement, but right now, this United squad is average, and the statistics reflect that. We keep saying it, but there’s no consistency with them. They might win, but they’re just as likely to lose. Honestly, watching this United side is almost a little dull. There’s a lack of conviction when they create chances.”
Van Nistelrooy’s Hope to Stay Onboard
Ruud van Nistelrooy, the current interim manager, has expressed a desire to remain part of the coaching setup after Amorim officially takes charge on November 11. While the structure of Amorim’s coaching team hasn’t been finalized, Van Nistelrooy is keen to continue his involvement. Speaking to Premier League Productions, he shared, “Before United called, I was exploring management opportunities, but the chance to return to United was too good to pass up. I paused those ambitions to help the team here, and now my focus is on staying in this role as part of the new coaching team.”
Controversy Over Martinez’s Foul
Defender Lisandro Martinez sparked controversy with a late foul on Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, receiving a yellow card for the challenge. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was vocal in his disagreement, arguing that Martinez should have been shown a red card instead.
Although a VAR review confirmed the yellow card decision, Maresca insisted that Martinez’s intent was to bring down Palmer rather than challenge for the ball. “They showed me the footage before the press conference,” Maresca explained. “To me, it’s clear. The referee made his call, but when a player targets only the player and not the ball, it should be a red.”
With Amorim’s arrival imminent, United’s fans and critics alike await to see how he will tackle the team’s challenges, starting with bringing consistency to their performances and revitalizing their gameplay. In the meantime, Van Nistelrooy and the squad aim to maintain stability and push forward through this period of change at Old Trafford.
