Manchester United have seen seven permanent managers removed since the retirement of Alex Ferguson in 2013. Reuters
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Firstpost06-01-2026, 13:06

Man Utd's Managerial Merry-Go-Round: Why Successors Fail Post-Ferguson Era

  • Manchester United has sacked 10 managers (interim/permanent) since Alex Ferguson's 2013 retirement, with Ruben Amorim being the latest.
  • Managers face immense pressure to replicate Ferguson's unparalleled success, including 13 Premier League and 2 Champions League titles.
  • The club demands immediate trophies, often not giving managers enough time to implement their philosophies, leading to constant change.
  • Frequent managerial changes prevent a consistent "United way," while £2 billion spent on transfers hasn't yielded major trophies.
  • Increased competition from smart-spending rivals like Manchester City and Chelsea exposed United's decline post-Ferguson.

Why It Matters: Man Utd's post-Ferguson struggles stem from unrealistic expectations, poor strategy, and fierce competition.

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