BREAKING: Ruben Amorim Drops Casemiro & Sancho Bombshell in Ruthless Man United Shake-Up
Manchester United’s pre-season preparations have taken a stunning turn after new head coach Ruben Amorim delivered a fierce message that’s echoing through the football world.
In a bold and uncompromising move, Amorim has decided to exclude two of United’s senior players — widely believed to be Casemiro and Jadon Sancho — from the club’s upcoming pre-season clash with West Ham.
This shock decision marks Amorim’s first major show of power since taking over from Erik ten Hag.
During a tense press conference on Sunday morning, the Portuguese tactician, who arrived from Sporting Lisbon with a reputation for being both assertive and tactically demanding, made it clear that he will not tolerate players who do not fit into his long-term vision.
He revealed that despite the board’s suggestion to keep the two players involved, he had made a final call based on his footballing principles.
“They’re no longer in my plans. The board wanted me to accommodate them, but this is my decision — and there’s no going back about it,” Amorim stated firmly.
His comments immediately set social media ablaze, with fans and media alike scrambling to identify the two names left out. All signs point to Sancho and Casemiro — both of whom have had turbulent spells recently.
Sancho has struggled with form and attitude issues under the previous regime, while Casemiro, despite his experience and pedigree, appeared to lose his influence last season and has reportedly not bought into Amorim’s pressing and intensity-focused approach.
Insiders at Carrington training ground reveal that both players had recently handed in informal transfer requests, frustrated by concerns around playing time, role definition, and the direction the club is heading in.
It’s understood that United’s board had hoped Amorim would reintroduce the pair to the squad to maintain depth and experience.
However, the manager stood firm, refusing to compromise his standards or principles.
This firm stance could be a turning point in the culture at Old Trafford.
Amorim is laying the foundation for a new era defined by discipline, hunger, and long-term planning — regardless of how big a player’s name may be.
His message is clear: no one is guaranteed a place unless they’re fully committed to his vision.
With Sancho now linked to a potential return to Borussia Dortmund or a high-paying move to Saudi Arabia, and Casemiro attracting interest from both the MLS and Brazil, exits seem increasingly likely.
Such departures would have major financial and squad-building implications, but Amorim appears undeterred — fully intent on reshaping Manchester United in his image.
This latest move may divide opinion among supporters, but there’s no denying one thing: Ruben Amorim is here to take full control, and he’s not afraid to make big decisions to bring lasting change to Old Trafford.
