Skinner departs Man Utd Women after five-year spell

Skinner's departure comes weeks after a frustrating WSL campaign saw United finish fourth and miss out on European qualification entirely. The club failed to mount a serious title challenge under the American boss, though they did reach the Champions League quarter-finals and League Cup final in the same season.

His tenure delivered mixed results in the domestic league—a runners-up finish in 2023 sandwiched between periods of inconsistency—yet his record in cup competitions proved far more impressive. Skinner oversaw three consecutive Women's FA Cup finals, culminating in victory in 2024, which represented United's first major honour in the club's history.

According to Sky Sports, United's statement praised his "significant contribution to the continued progress" of the side, thanking him for his professionalism and commitment throughout his time with the club.

The exit leaves United hunting for a new manager ahead of their opening WSL fixture against London City Lionesses on 4 September. The timing intensifies pressure on the board to identify a successor capable of challenging for both league and cup honours next season.