Former Manchester United player and current co-owner of Inter Miami, David Beckham, has made the “toughest decision” to sack his friend and the team’s manager, Phil Neville. The news comes after Inter Miami’s recent loss to the New York Red Bulls, which put the team at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.
Neville, who joined the club in January 2021, was unable to turn the team’s fortunes around, making this season a disappointing one for the club. Beckham, who was once Neville’s teammate at Manchester United, felt it was time for a change and decided to let him go.
The decision has sparked mixed reactions from fans, with many supporting Beckham’s tough decision, while others are criticizing him for firing a friend. Beckham posted a heartfelt message on Instagram expressing his gratitude to Neville and wishing him the best in his future endeavors.
In the message, Beckham said, “It has been an honor to have Phil Neville as our head coach for the last year. Phil has done everything he can to put the club in a good position this season, but he understands that professional soccer can be tough, and decisions need to be made.”
Beckham has also expressed his frustration at the team’s recent performance, stating that he remains committed to making the necessary changes to the club to ensure Inter Miami’s success. The co-owner has also promised fans that he will do everything in his power to turn things around for the team.
Meanwhile, Neville has opened up about the recent booing he and his son received from fans, saying that he is more concerned about his son than himself. He stated, “If you want to hit me, come and hit me, but don’t go for my young kids.”
Despite the criticism, Neville remains thankful for the opportunity to lead Inter Miami, saying in a statement, “It has been an honor to manage Inter Miami and work with a great group of players, staff, and fans. I would like to thank the club, the fans, and the staff for their support during my time here.”
The search for a new manager has already begun, and Inter Miami’s co-owner Jorge Mas has promised fans that the club is committed to finding the right person for the job. Mas stated, “We will leave no stone unturned in our search for a new manager. We want to bring in the right person to lead the team to success.”
Inter Miami’s recent struggles have put pressure on the club to make significant changes moving forward, and David Beckham’s decision to sack Phil Neville is just one move in what promises to be an exciting and challenging time for the team. The co-owner’s commitment to inter Miami’s success is unwavering, and fans can expect more changes in the coming months as the club looks to improve and rise up the ranks in the Eastern Conference.
