Former Man United manager 'open to shock return' after Amorim bombshell

Manchester United made a bold decision by sacking Ruben Amorim from the managerial position on Tuesday morning.

It was a baffling call, as the decision does not appear to be based solely on sporting reasons.

United announced that Darren Fletcher will take on the role of caretaker manager for the clash against Burnley.

The Red Devils may prefer to make an interim appointment before bringing a new head coach in the summer.

According to reputed journalist Rich Fay, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is interested in the caretaker role until the end of the season.

The Norwegian has been out of work since his dismissal by Turkish side Besiktas in August, just seven months after taking charge in January 2025.

His spell in Turkey produced mixed results, yielding 15 wins, nine defeats and five draws.

Solskjaer enjoyed a fine managerial run at United, racking up a winning percentage of 55%.

He spent nearly three years in the dugout before suffering a painful exit, with United languishing seventh after a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Watford.

A potential reunion carries an element of nostalgia and intrigue, and it is easy to see why the idea appeals.

Solskjaer remains a hugely popular figure at the club and enjoys strong relationships with key figures such as Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire.

The Red Devils must draw a line under short-term experiments and focus on appointing a truly world-class manager.

Managing a club as enormous as Man United leaves no room for patience or gradual rebuilding.

Results are demanded instantly, and there is no grace period for adjustment.

Unfortunately for Amorim, that brutal reality caught up with him far sooner than expected.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .