Rúben Amorim’s stint as Manchester United manager is already facing significant scrutiny, with mounting concerns over whether he is the right man to lead the club forward. When he was appointed, there was a sense of optimism and excitement, as fans hoped for a fresh start following Erik ten Hag’s dismissal.
INEOS, the club’s new decision-makers, moved swiftly to bring in Amorim, who had made a name for himself with Sporting CP, where he guided the club to two Liga Portugal titles. His tactical intelligence and success in Portugal earned him comparisons to legendary managers like José Mourinho, raising expectations that he could revive United’s fortunes.
However, the early promise of his tenure has quickly given way to disappointment. Manchester United’s performances have been far from convincing, with inconsistency and a lack of cohesion on the pitch becoming alarmingly apparent. Instead of the turnaround fans had hoped for, the team appears disjointed, and there is little sign of a clear tactical philosophy taking hold. As a result, doubts about Amorim’s suitability for the role are growing louder with each passing week.
The club’s struggles hit a new low with their recent defeat to Tottenham, marking United’s 12th Premier League loss in just 25 matches. Such a poor run of form has not been seen at Old Trafford since the 1973/74 season—a campaign that notoriously ended with the club’s relegation from the top flight.
This string of disappointing results has fueled speculation about Amorim’s future, with reports suggesting that frustration is mounting within the club’s hierarchy. The lack of tangible progress on the pitch has prompted the decision-makers to quietly consider alternative managerial options, even as they publicly support Amorim for now.
Despite the growing pressure, INEOS is reportedly inclined to allow Amorim to see out the season, barring a complete collapse in form. The leadership is wary of making another mid-season managerial change, aware of the instability such moves can create. Nevertheless, preparations are already being made behind the scenes, with United expected to intensify their search for a new manager ahead of the summer transfer window.
Several high-profile names are already being linked to the potential vacancy, including Zinedine Zidane, Thomas Tuchel, and Mauricio Pochettino—three managers with proven track records at Europe’s top clubs.
INEOS has demonstrated that they are not afraid to make bold and decisive changes when necessary. Their handling of Dan Ashworth’s departure serves as a reminder that if they feel a change is required, they will not hesitate to act. Amorim’s position remains precarious, and without a significant improvement in both performances and results, he could find himself out of a job sooner rather than later.
The pressure is building, and with each defeat, his grip on the managerial role weakens further. Unless he can orchestrate a dramatic turnaround, Manchester United may once again be forced into a managerial search, continuing their long-running struggle to find stability and reclaim their place among football’selite.
