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A bill that could climb to £15.9 million

The cost of Manchester United’s split from Rúben Amorim

Appointed in November 2024 to replace Erik ten Hag, Rúben Amorim failed to reignite the Manchester United engine. On January 5, the board made its decision: the collaboration was over. Michael Carrick was handed the interim role.

According to a financial document submitted to the New York Stock Exchange, this separation could cost the club up to £15.9 million. This figure represents the maximum potential payout for contractual termination, and also includes £6.3 million tied to intangible assets that must be written off.

However, the final amount will depend on several factors, including how quickly the Portuguese manager finds a new job. Another detail emerged: Manchester United still owes £6.3 million to Sporting CP, Amorim’s former club. When he was recruited, the total compensation was reported at £10 million. This new chapter underlines just how costly coaching changes can be for the Red Devils’ finances.