Man Utd confirm men's first-team coach is leaving Ruben Amorim's backroom staff to ‘find a new challenge elsewhere'
MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed a surprise shake-up behind the scenes with Andreas Georgson leaving his role.
The Swedish coach joined the club less than 12 months ago under Erik Ten Hag, but he's decided he wants a new challenge.
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Andreas Georgson arrived at United during the Erik ten Hag era
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Ruben Amorim is determined to change things at Manchester United
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He was appointed as a set-piece guru - however with United struggling this season and looking to make changes in all departments his departure was seen as inevitable.
Insiders suggest one of the reasons for his departure is that responsibility for dead-ball situations was taken away from him by Ruben Amorim.
Georgson arrived from Norwegian side Lillestrom, where he was head coach.
But with the club finishing a disappointing 15th in the league and failing to secure European football, it is clear that changes were necessary.
Georgson said: "It has been a fantastic experience serving as first-team coach at Manchester United.
"I will always be proud of my association with such a great football club.
"This period of my career has now come to an end as I leave to find a new challenge elsewhere.
"While excited about the opportunities ahead, I am sad to be leaving so many great colleagues and friends at Carrington, who make Manchester United truly special.
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"Even during such a tough season, the professionalism and dedication of the players and staff never wavered, and I know there will be better times ahead."
United's technical director Jason Wilcox said: "Andreas has been a valued member of our men's first-team coaching set-up over the past year, and we are grateful for his significant contribution.
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"He leaves with our thanks and best wishes for the next stage of his career."
Manager Amorim, meanwhile, is said to be reshuffling the pack behind the scenes as part of a summer overhaul, following a post-season tour which featured a loss to the Aseasn All-Stars and a win over Hong Kong.
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