Manchester United has struggled to find consistent success since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013. Over the years, the club has gone through nine managers (including interim appointments), but none have come close to matching Ferguson’s remarkable achievements.
We’ve taken a look at the managers who have led the club, from Alex Ferguson to Ruben Amorim, and ranked them based on their Premier League points-per-game (PPG). Starting with the highest PPG, there’s a surprising name at the top.
Michael Carrick – 2.33 PPG
With just 3 games in charge, Carrick achieved an impressive PPG of 2.33. Though his tenure was brief, it showcased his ability to stabilize the team during a turbulent period.
Sir Alex Ferguson – 2.16 PPG
A true legend of the game, Sir Alex Ferguson managed an incredible 810 Premier League matches with a remarkable PPG of 2.16. His era defined Manchester United’s golden age of dominance.
José Mourinho – 1.97 PPG
Despite a strong PPG of 1.97 over 114 matches, Mourinho’s time at United was marked by mixed fortunes. He delivered a Europa League trophy but struggled to replicate success in the Premier League.
Erik ten Hag – 1.84 PPG
Ten Hag maintained a PPG of 1.84 across 128 matches. His time in charge focused on rebuilding and instilling discipline, with some notable improvements before his tenure ended. In the end, however, it wasn’t enough, and Erik ten Hag will mostly be remembered as the manager who benched Ronaldo.
Ole Gunnar Solskjær – 1.84 PPG
With the same PPG as Ten Hag, Solskjær’s 168 matches were a rollercoaster of highs and lows. While he sparked moments of hope, his reign ended with unmet expectations.
Louis van Gaal – 1.81 PPG
Known for his controlled playing style, Van Gaal managed a PPG of 1.81 over 103 matches. Despite his tactical approach, United often struggled to find the back of the net.
Ryan Giggs – 1.75 PPG
Giggs took charge for just 4 matches as an interim manager following David Moyes’ departure. His brief spell achieved a respectable PPG of 1.75.
David Moyes – 1.73 PPG
Moyes faced immense pressure as Ferguson’s successor. Despite a PPG of 1.73 over 51 matches, his tenure ended prematurely.
Ralf Rangnick – 1.45 PPG
Rangnick’s interim spell of 29 matches resulted in a PPG of 1.45. His time was marked by internal chaos and inconsistency on the pitch.
Ruben Amorim – 1.00 PPG
Amorim’s tenure has started with a PPG of just 1.00 across 11 matches. Wins against Manchester City and a draw against Liverpool highlight potential, but there’s still much to improve as he continues to shape his United squad.
Do you think Ruben Amorim is the right man for Manchester United, or should the club start looking for a new manager again in 1-2 years?
