"A meeting with director of football James Wilcox last week reportedly escalated tensions behind the scenes, with Amorim reluctant to move away from his failing tactical approach. Amorim's record was deeply underwhelming, recording a win rate significantly lower than any other permanent United manager in the Premier League era. Despite leading the team to a Europa League final last season, inconsistent results and poor league form - including the club's lowest finish in decades in his first season - contributed to his downfall."
"The Daily Mail reports that Amorim is in pole position for the Benfica job back in Portugal. Current head coach Jose Mourinho - another former United manager - is under pressure after the club fell 10 points behind league leaders Porto. Benfica are also in a fight to remain in the Champions League as they languish in 25th place in the league phase standings."
Amorim was dismissed after 14 tumultuous months following deteriorating relations with the club hierarchy and public criticism of the board. A meeting with director of football James Wilcox reportedly escalated tensions as Amorim resisted changing his tactical approach. His win rate was significantly lower than any other permanent United manager in the Premier League era, despite leading the team to a Europa League final. Inconsistent results and a historically low league finish contributed to the sacking. Darren Fletcher was appointed interim manager while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick were considered. Amorim is reportedly linked to Benfica amid that club's domestic and European struggles.
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