Kobbie Mainoo's sister has appeared to express satisfaction following Ruben Amorim's dismissal as Manchester United head coach. Ama Mainoo took to Instagram to share a meme of a smiling woman, suggesting her and the family's approval of the decision. The club confirmed Amorim's exit on Monday morning after 14 months in charge.
Mainoo, who broke through under Erik ten Hag, saw his game time diminish after Amorim's appointment in November 2024. Casemiro, Manuel Ugarte and Bruno Fernandes were consistently preferred in midfield, leaving the England international with a reduced role. He did not start a single Premier League match in the 2025/26 season before his current calf injury.
The sibling's social media activity follows a public gesture by Mainoo's brother, Jordan Mainoo-Hames, who wore a 'Free Kobbie Mainoo' T-shirt at a match last month. Mainoo has been absent from the squad for the last four games due to injury and has not yet commented on Amorim's departure.
In a statement, United said: 'Ruben Amorim has departed his role as Head Coach of Manchester United. Ruben was appointed in November 2024 and led the team to a UEFA Europa League Final in Bilbao in May.' The club cited a desire for the highest possible Premier League finish as a reason for the change, with Darren Fletcher taking temporary charge for Wednesday's trip to Burnley.
