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The former manager's tenure at the Red Devils is considered by many to have been a notable letdown. Statistically speaking, his record is remarkable for all the negative causes. During the contemporary football age, no boss at the club has recorded fewer points per game, nor secured a final position as disappointing as the 15th spot. Looking deeper into history, you have to revisit the manager Frank O'Farrell in 1972 to find a Red Devils' gaffer who lost a greater proportion of matches. Moreover, he famously carved a niche in the team's history by suffering a final loss to Tottenham, namely the current side of Tottenham.

Football, but, is not often so black and white. Regardless of the negative press of his tactical approach, he departs from a club in a much stronger condition than that which he inherited. Earlier this season, following a defeat of Brighton & Hove Albion, the striker Welbeck reported that his colleagues were lauding their opponents as the best side they had faced in a long time. Their performance in a thrilling four-all stalemate with Bournemouth was equally promising and exciting.

Even though it is difficult to dispute the decision to sack him—particularly given it was said to be sparked by his remarks regarding bosses with more miserable histories—Amorim's downfall was finally hindered by atrocious fortune. If the absence of crucial stars not happened at the same time as the unavailability of other important individuals, he could remain in the job—maybe even.

A New Era Begins

As a result, Darren Fletcher takes over a reasonably positive scenario. Important figures like Mason Mount, Bruno Fernandes, and Kobbie Mainoo are now fit, while Diallo and Mbeumo will soon be back from the Afcon. Just sensible management of this gifted group is expected to be enough to ensure a top-five finish and, with it, continental football for next season—most likely in the coveted European Cup.

The Clarets' Formidable Test

The home side, but, won't be a pushover. Even with boasting only a dozen points and losing 3 of their previous five outings, their showings have frequently been stronger than the scorelines suggest. Manager Parker will undoubtedly have his squad pumped up to get after the visitors who are expected to field an starting eleven that has lacked cohesion, arranged in a setup they have been denied for a year or more.

Match begins: 20:15 GMT.