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<\/p>\nMarc Skinner has left his role as Manchester United Women head coach after five years in charge.<\/p>\n
Skinner signed a new two-year contract at the club last summer, before leading United to fourth in last season’s Women’s Super League, missing out on European qualification as a result.<\/p>\n
During his time at the club, Skinner reached three consecutive Women’s FA Cup finals, winning the trophy in 2024 – which was United’s first major honour.<\/p>\n
United finished as Women’s Super League runners-up in 2023 – and Skinner took the club to the Champions League quarter-finals and League Cup final last season.<\/p>\n
A statement from United read: “Marc leaves having made a significant contribution to the continued progress of Manchester United Women.<\/p>\n
“The club places on record its sincere thanks for his professionalism, commitment and dedication throughout his time at United, and wishes him every success in the future.”<\/p>\n
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\n Skinner won the Women’s FA Cup with Manchester United in 2024<\/p>\n
Skinner leaves Man Utd just over a month before their first WSL game of the season at London City Lionesses on September 4.<\/p>\n
It will be a tricky start to the season for United, who also face Chelsea and Arsenal in their first three matches.<\/p>\n
Analysis: Why Skinner has left<\/p>\n
Sky Sports News’ Danyal Khan:<\/p>\n
Sky Sports News understands the decision to part ways with Skinner was decided after a series of talks over the summer regarding the future direction of the club.<\/p>\n
Skinner took the club to four domestic cup finals in four years, while also leading United to their first major trophy – winning the 2024 FA Cup final against Tottenham.<\/p>\n
The change of approach by United is understood to revolve around developing more homegrown players while also transitioning to a more exciting style of football – a particular critique by fans towards the end of Skinner’s reign.<\/p>\n
United believe investing more significantly in their academy will lead to longer-term success rather than higher investment in the transfer market which they currently believe – is unsustainable.<\/p>\n
Sky Sports News also understands the club believe they are in a position to announce a new head coach quickly as background checks have already begun over potential candidates.<\/p>\n
A key quality the club are looking for is a coach with a track record of improving and developing players.<\/p>\n