Alejandro Garnacho, a forward for Chelsea, has liked an Instagram post announcing the departure of Ruben Amorim as Manchester United’s manager. Amorim’s removal comes after a 1-1 draw against Leeds United, during which he gave a heated statement appearing to criticize the club’s board. The Portuguese manager, who joined Manchester United with a contract set to expire in 18 months, expressed his intention to leave the club upon the contract’s end, stating he was hired to manage, not just coach.
Amorim’s tenure at Manchester United was marked by the lowest win rate of any long-term manager in the Premier League era, with a win rate of 38.71%. His relationship with Garnacho was reportedly strained, particularly after the player was left out of the team for the Manchester derby in December 2024. The situation escalated in May when Amorim informed Garnacho he could leave the team after being benched for the season’s final game against Aston Villa.
Garnacho subsequently joined Chelsea in a £40 million transfer last summer. Although he has played in 20 games across all competitions for his new team, his performance has been inconsistent, with only one goal scored in 10 Premier League starts. Chelsea is currently without a manager, following the departure of Enzo Maresca last week.
The news of Amorim’s departure has sparked interest, with Garnacho’s like on the Instagram post being seen as a comment on his former manager. The Argentine player’s decision to leave Manchester United was reportedly influenced by his strained relationship with Amorim. As both Manchester United and Chelsea navigate managerial changes, the developments are likely to impact the teams’ performances in the upcoming season. With Garnacho’s inconsistent start at Chelsea and the club’s current managerial vacancy, the situation will be closely watched by fans and football analysts alike.
