Amorim distraction, new job, Old Trafford return - Man Utd final Van Nistelrooy decision verdict

Ruben Amorim has already made his first big call at Manchester United after deciding for a clean break from Erik ten Hag's coaching setup at Old Trafford.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is the most notable departure, with the Dutchman steadying the ship on an interim basis after Ten Hag's sacking last month. United were unbeaten during Van Nistelrooy's four-game spell in charge with two wins over Leicester City, a victory over PAOK and a draw against Chelsea.

Amorim will now be tasked with revving the Reds after a decade of struggle since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement and United's last Premier League title in 2013. The 39-year-old's first game in charge will be away at Ipswich Town after the international break on November 24.

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But what now for Van Nistelrooy? The former PSV boss has done his reputation no harm after a positive spell as interim manager as writers from the Manchester Evening News have their say on his next potential move...

Van Nistelrooy was a United great before he returned as assistant coach and he’s greater now. Understandable Amorim wants to fully refresh the backroom staff but many United fans will be sad to see Van Nistelrooy go. The next club who appoints him as manager should do well.

Van Nistelrooy did a sterling job during his two-week reign, winning three of his four games in charge, drawing one. Furthermore, he also injected a sense of confidence and belief back into both the team and the club as a whole. He wore his heart on his sleeve and that shone through with his goal celebrations on the