This is according to Sir Jim Ratcliffe as Manchester United is about to finalize Amorim’s Dismissal as Departure Timeline Emerges if the former Manager Erik Ten Hag agrees to return to the club.
Manchester United are reportedly considering a managerial change just months after appointing Ruben Amorim, following a rough start to his tenure at Old Trafford. The Portuguese coach, who arrived in November after departing Sporting CP, was expected to rejuvenate the squad, but performances have continued to decline rather than improve.
Currently, United find themselves in 15th place in the Premier League after a 1-0 loss to Tottenham, extending their winless run to seven games—their longest streak without a victory since 2008. This poor form has raised serious doubts about Amorim’s ability to turn things around. Meanwhile, off the pitch, financial difficulties under co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s leadership have led to staff layoffs and budget restrictions, adding to the club’s struggles.
Despite Amorim likely remaining in charge until the end of the season unless results deteriorate further, reports suggest that the club is already evaluating potential replacements for the 2025/26 campaign. With statistics showing United ranking 13th in wins and 14th in shots conceded per game, it’s evident that both attacking and defensive issues persist.
The upcoming fixture against an in-form Everton side presents yet another challenge, especially with injuries to key players like Lisandro Martinez, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, and Amad Diallo further weakening the squad. If results don’t improve soon, Manchester United may be forced to accelerate their search for a new manager before the summer. Given previous links to high-profile names like Zinedine Zidane, Thomas Tuchel, and Mauricio Pochettino, the club might already have potential candidates in mind should a change become inevitable.
