Manchester United have confirmed that head coach Marc Skinner has left the club by mutual consent after five years in charge.
The 43-year-old departs with one year remaining on the contract extension he signed following United's historic Women's FA Cup triumph in 2024, bringing an end to one of the most significant managerial spells in the club's short history.
Marc Skinner's Biggest Achievements At Manchester United Women
Skinner arrived at Manchester United in 2021 after previous spells with Birmingham City and Orlando Pride, replacing Casey Stoney.
During his five years in charge, he helped establish United as one of the leading teams in the Women's Super League.
His biggest achievement came in 2024 when he guided the club to their first major trophy, winning the Women's FA Cup. The following season also saw United compete in the UEFA Women's Champions League for the first time in their history.
Although the Red Devils reached the League Cup final last season and the Champions League quarter-finals, they ultimately finished fourth in the WSL, missing out on European qualification for a second consecutive season.
Club Pays Tribute To Skinner
Manchester United thanked Skinner for his contribution in a statement announcing his departure.
"We would like to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Marc for his significant contribution over the last five years."
The club did not provide a specific reason for the decision, with reports stating the departure was agreed by mutual consent.
The Challenges That Defined Skinner's Final Years
Despite periods of success, Skinner's tenure was often shaped by questions over investment and squad depth.
United have struggled to match the spending power of several Women's Super League rivals, while the manager publicly acknowledged the need for greater backing if the club wanted to compete consistently in England and Europe.
This summer has seen further challenges, with Melvine Malard departing for Chelsea, while Millie Turner and Lisa Naalsund have both joined Newcastle. United have so far added defender Andrea Medina and goalkeeper Janina Leitzig ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
Who Could Replace Marc Skinner At Manchester United?
Manchester United now face an important decision just over a month before the new Women's Super League season begins.
Their opening fixture sees them travel to face newly promoted London City Lionesses on 4 September, leaving the club with little time to appoint a successor and prepare for the new campaign.
Skinner leaves Old Trafford having overseen some of the club's biggest milestones, including their first major trophy and first appearance in the Women's Champions League, but also with questions remaining over whether United can bridge the gap to the WSL's leading sides.
