Former Super Eagles and Manchester United striker Odion Jude Ighalo believes those in charge at Old Trafford were right to cut ties with erstwhile manager Ruben Amorim, Footynaija.com reports.
Amorim’s underwhelming spell in charge of the 20-time Premier League champions came to an abrupt end on Monday morning after the Portuguese appeared to have had a fallout with the club’s hierarchy.
While Amorim’s sacking came as a shock to many, it didn’t surprise Ighalo. For the former striker, Man United’s lack of consistency under the ex-Sporting CP boss meant that a change was inevitable.
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“We all saw that coming because the team has not been doing well, and they’re not as consistent. They’ve been up and down,” the 36-year-old said on punditry duties with Super Sports.
“There were games they should have won that they drew, and games they should’ve drawn where they lost. The last game at home against Wolves, they didn’t play at all. They weren’t playing like a team.
“I watched the game against Newcastle United, which they played at home, but it was like they were away. They sat back, and Newcastle played with almost 80% ball possession.
“I saw that coming. Knew they’d change the coach, but I didn’t know it was going to be this early. I want them to do well, and hopefully, they will bring someone who can take the team to the next level.”
Amorim recorded 25 wins, 23 draws and 15 losses in 63 games after 14 months in charge at Old Trafford. This means the Portuguese leaves Man United as the manager with the lowest win rate post Alex Ferguson’s era.
The Red Devils are currently in search of interim replacements with former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer emerging as the leading candidate. Another Manchester United affiliate Micheal Carrick is also under consideration.
