Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has called on the club to stop experimenting with managers and appoint someone who suits their traditional playing style after Ruben Amorim was sacked on Monday.
United have confirmed that former midfielder Darren Fletcher will take charge as caretaker for Wednesday’s Premier League match against Burnley as the search for a permanent replacement continues.
«The experiments must stop,» Neville said Air sports.
“I have always been proud of what this club is: adventurous, exciting football, young players playing and entertaining the crowd.
“They have to take risks and have the courage to play attacking, aggressive football.”
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Amorim, who became the tenth manager – permanent or interim – since Alex Ferguson retired in 2013, has faced criticism for his rigid 3-4-3 formation and for his public comments about his squad, including describing them as «arguably the worst in the club’s history» last year.
“Barcelona won’t change for anyone,” Neville said.
“I don’t believe United should change for anyone.
«The club needs to find a manager who has experience and is willing to play fast, entertaining and attacking football.»
United are sixth in the league after twenty games, 17 points behind leaders Arsenal.
Published on January 6, 2026
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