Under-Fire Boss Struggles to Adapt to Old Trafford Challenges as Morale Dips and Criticism Mounts
Manchester United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, is said to be regretting his decision to take the reins at Old Trafford following a turbulent start to his tenure. The Portuguese coach, who replaced the sacked Erik ten Hag in October, has faced a nightmare opening few months, with the Red Devils languishing in 14th place in the Premier League and crashing out of the FA Cup to Fulham on penalties last weekend.
Amorim, who left Sporting CP to join United, has struggled to implement his playing style and philosophy, winning just five of his first 16 league matches. The 40-year-old was handed only one signing—Patrick Dorgu—during the January transfer window, leaving him with a squad that has failed to meet expectations. According to Football Insider, Amorim has privately confided in friends that he believes he made a mistake accepting the job, admitting he should have waited until the summer rather than succumbing to United’s “now-or-never” ultimatum.
Sources close to the manager reveal that Amorim was “personally shocked by how bad the players are” and had expected a higher standard of talent before taking the role. His struggles have been compounded by criticism from within the club, with former chief scout Mick Brown accusing Amorim of “destroying the morale in the dressing room” with his public comments.
Brown, who remains well-connected at Old Trafford, told Football Insider: “He comes out with some statements that would be better left unsaid. It’s his way of going about things, but I think it shows his lack of experience in England and the Premier League. Making those types of statements usually comes back to bite you. He might think it’s ‘the worst team in Man United history,’ but he can’t say that. It’s destroying the morale in the dressing room.”
The former scout also questioned Amorim’s ability to identify and address the team’s issues, adding: “Now, he comes out saying if he knew what the problems were, he’d fix them. It’s his job to know what the problems are. He’s managed about 20 games since he came in—that should be more than enough time to establish what issues you’ve got. There are serious questions being asked which, as of yet, he’s failed to answer.”
Despite the mounting pressure, Brown acknowledged Amorim’s potential, stating, “I’ve got nothing against Amorim. I’m sure he’s a good person and a good coach, but he’s now learning a lot about Manchester United.”
Amorim’s challenges are emblematic of a club in turmoil, with United’s on-field performances failing to match their storied history. The manager’s task is further complicated by a lack of squad depth and the weight of expectations from fans and pundits alike.
As the season progresses, Amorim faces a race against time to turn things around and prove he is the right man for the job. With the next transfer window offering a potential lifeline, the Portuguese coach will hope to secure the reinforcements needed to revive United’s fortunes. However, for now, the pressure is mounting, and the question remains: can Amorim weather the storm and restore pride to Old Trafford?
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