Andy Mitten shares why Ruben Amorim has stayed quiet since being sacked by Man Utd

 It’s now been over a month since Manchester United parted ways with Ruben Amorim.

Amorim was let go after just 14 months in charge, following a string of disappointing results. Darren Fletcher filled in as caretaker for two matches but didn’t manage to pick up a win, and the club soon brought back Michael Carrick on an interim deal lasting through the end of the season.

Carrick has made an impressive start since returning to Old Trafford, picking up four wins from his first five matches without suffering a defeat.

United now look like genuine contenders for Champions League qualification. However, they’ll need to respond quickly following Tuesday night’s 1-1 draw against West Ham in London.

Carrick’s impact has gone beyond just results; performances have also improved noticeably. If he keeps this run going, the 44-year-old could put himself in strong contention to take the job on a permanent basis.

Andy Mitten sheds light on why Ruben Amorim hasn’t spoken publicly since leaving Man Utd

Amorim has stayed out of the spotlight since his exit from Old Trafford.

Before being dismissed, the 40-year-old had no issue voicing his concerns to the media, especially when it came to challenging Ineos. But things have changed since then.

The Portuguese manager is currently out of work, while Carrick has guided United to a notable upturn in form.

It’s still early days under Carrick, but he’s already put together a four-game winning streak – something Amorim never managed during his 14 months in charge.

Amorim never posted a message after leaving United. There wasn’t even a note for the fans who supported him throughout his tenure, regardless of results.

Speaking to Off The Ball, respected journalist Andy Mitten revealed what he learned after speaking to people close to Amorim when he asked about the silence.Mitten also mentioned that Amorim should have reached out to fans, noting how David Moyes and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer showed their appreciation for supporters when they left the club.

“I got in contact, not with him, but I know all the people around him,” Mitten said.

“And I’m like, why is he not saying anything? And they’re just like, ‘that’s just Ruben.’

“But he should. People who paid his wages and supported him massively deserve that.“When David Moyes left Manchester United, that day I got a text message – there was no WhatsApp – and it was ‘Andy can you just thank the fans on my behalf?’ There was nothing polished about it. And it was someone who was hurting.”

Ruben Amorim still being linked to Benfica

Despite Jose Mourinho currently being at the helm, Amorim’s name has been floated as a potential candidate for the role ever since his departure from Old Trafford.

Even though Benfica have reached the Champions League play-offs under Mourinho, ESPN have reported that there is still a strong possibility that Amorim will make the move over in the summer.

This would also mean more former Manchester United managers could be on their way out at season’s end.