Ruben Amorim has been told that he would have been a “perfect fit” for Chelsea as his Manchester United career threatens to fall apart. The Red Devils appointed the Portuguese coach as Erik ten Hag’s successor midway through last season.

But his time at Old Trafford has so far been a nightmare. He has won just 17 of his 47 matches in all competitions - just eight of those successes coming in the Premier League .

Amorim’s side have also endured a woeful start to the new season, leading to suggestions that he could be moved on. And now Paul Merson has told Amorim that he would have been a better fit for Chelsea than Man United due to his style of play.

Speaking on Sky Sports, the Arsenal icon said: "Ruben Amorim, the way he wants to play, is a worry. He won't change. He'll loo

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