Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim. AFP/Ben Stansall
LONDON - Manchester United have sacked manager Ruben Amorim.
Amorim was in charge for 14 months.
"With Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League, the club’s leadership has reluctantly made the decision that it is the right time to make a change," the club said in a statement.
"This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish."
Darren Fletcher will take charge of the team against Burnley on Wednesday.
Club statement: Ruben Amorim.
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