Rio Ferdinand disputes Ruben Amorim's first major decision as Manchester United coach

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Ruud van Nistelrooy coached his final Manchester United match as interim coach on Sunday against Leicester City
New Man United boss Ruben Amorim decided against keeping the Dutchman, opting to bring in his own backroom start
The former Real Madrid striker led the Devils in four matches, winning three and drawing once

Ruben Amorim joined Manchester United as the new coach on Monday, November 11, two weeks after his appointment.

His appointment saw the exit of club legend and interim coach Ruiud van Nistelrooy, which did not sit well with club legend Rio Ferdinand.

The retired striker was in charge for four matches after Erik ten Hag's dismissal, but Amorim decided against keeping him.

Ruben Amorim was expected to bring in his own staff at Manchester United despite Ruud van Nistelrooy's willingness to remain at the club

How Ruud van Nistelrooy fared at Man United

Van Nistelrooy was given the reins after ten Hag was fired, and many expected him to coach for more than four games. However, they swiftly hired Amorim to take over.

As an interim coach, he won three games and drew once, giving the team much-needed momentum and confidence-boosting wins.

His short-lived stint drew praise from fans who gave him an emotional send-off after the 3-0 win over Leicester City on Sunday.

Van Nistelrooy reiterated that he was open to helping the club in any capacity, but Amorim's decision to bring his staff resulted in his departure.

Ferdinand questions Amorim's decision

Rio Ferdinand was impressed with van Nistelrooy's stint as interim manager, adding that players genuinely liked the Dutchman.

“The players had grown to really like him, they appreciated how he informed them of different bits and pieces – tactically, individually, as a team – and there was a genuine ‘we want to do well for this guy’," Ferdinand said via The Mirror.

The legendary defender highlighted what his exit could mean for the players and fans.

“We’ve been sitting here waiting for a manager to connect with the players. We have one right now. Why are you going to get rid of him?"

After his brief spell at his former club, the former Real Madrid striker will now be looking for head coach positions.