Cristiano Ronaldo has offered words of advice to Ruben Amorim, who is set to take over as Manchester United’s manager on November 11. As he prepares for his new role, Amorim inherits a squad eager to regain top-tier success after a challenging era under Erik ten Hag, who only partially delivered by winning the FA Cup against Manchester City in May.
Ronaldo, once a key figure at both Real Madrid and Manchester United, emphasized that Amorim should adopt ambitious goals immediately. Reflecting on his own time with Ten Hag, Ronaldo voiced frustration with the former manager’s more restrained approach to United’s Premier League and Champions League aspirations.
According to Ronaldo, any manager at United should always be driven to compete for the highest honors, regardless of the challenges involved.
Ronaldo’s exit from United was preceded by a controversial interview with Piers Morgan, where he criticized various aspects of the club and discussed his issues with Ten Hag. He mentioned that, while United’s potential for winning might seem limited at times, that mindset should never be publicly acknowledged.
“We might not have the full potential, but you can’t say that. We’re going to try,” Ronaldo said, suggesting that an unwavering winning attitude is crucial at Old Trafford.
Tensions between Ronaldo and Ten Hag had intensified during the 2022 season, particularly following an incident in October when Ronaldo was disciplined for refusing to be subbed on during a match against Tottenham. The fallout saw Ten Hag enforcing disciplinary actions, even restricting Ronaldo’s access to the dressing room.
While some players sided with Ten Hag’s decision, others believed his handling of the situation was too harsh, sparking debate within the team.
Unlike his strained relationship with Ten Hag, Ronaldo reportedly has a great respect for Amorim. Sources say that he views Amorim favorably, referring to him as “the poet” due to his skillful communication style, both with the media and with his players.
Ronaldo appreciates Amorim’s thoughtful approach, which stands in stark contrast to the tense dynamics he experienced with Ten Hag.
In his message to Amorim, Ronaldo underscored the importance of maintaining a winning mindset, reinforcing his belief that the manager of Manchester United should always set high standards for the club.
With Amorim taking over soon, fans and players alike are curious to see if he will bring the change in ambition and attitude that Ronaldo—and others within the club—believe United needs to return to its former glory.
