Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says removing Ruud van Nistelrooy from his coaching staff after his appointment in November was "not a difficult situation".Legendary United striker Van Nistelrooy oversaw three wins and a draw as caretaker manager after Erik ten Hag was sacked in October before leaving when Amorim was appointed and brought his own coaching staff.

Ruud van Nistelrooy's Leicester City will face Man United tonight in the FA Cup 4th round at Old Trafford. Rúben Amorim has explained why the Dutchman couldn't stay.

Jettisoning Ruud van Nistelrooy was one of the first things Ruben Amorim did as Man United head coach in November.