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The former manager's spell at Manchester United is considered by many to have been a notable letdown. Statistically speaking, his performance is notable for all the negative factors. During the modern top-flight period, not a single Man Utd boss has managed a lower points average, nor managed a final position as low as 15th place. Delving further back, you have to return to Frank O'Farrell in the early seventies to find a United boss who was defeated in a larger share of games. Additionally, he famously secured a place in the team's history by experiencing a final loss to Tottenham, particularly the current side of Spurs.

Football, but, is not often so straightforward. Despite the criticism of his tactical approach, the Portuguese manager exits a team in a much stronger condition than that which he found. In a prior match this term, following a victory over Brighton, Welbeck relayed that his colleagues were hailing their opponents as the most impressive opposition they had faced in a long time. The football in a thrilling high-scoring tie with Bournemouth was both promising and exhilarating.

Although it is tough to argue against the termination—particularly given it was allegedly sparked by his comments about bosses with more miserable histories—Amorim's demise was finally hindered by terrible luck. If fitness issues for vital players not occurred alongside the loss of other pivotal figures, he might remain in the job—possibly thriving.

A New Era Begins

As a result, Darren Fletcher takes over a relatively solid scenario. Key figures like Mount, Bruno Fernandes, and Mainoo are available again, while Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo will shortly be back from the African tournament. Simply sensible stewardship of this talented group is expected to be enough to ensure a top-five finish and, with it, European competition for the coming campaign—most likely in the elite UEFA Champions League.

Burnley's Daunting Task

Burnley, but, are unlikely to roll over. Even with having only 12 points and losing 3 of their last five games, their showings have often been better than the outcomes indicate. Manager Scott Parker will undoubtedly have his side fired up to attack the visitors who are likely to play an XI that has not had time to gel, deployed in a formation they have not used for more than a year.

Match begins: 8:15 in the evening GMT.