Manchester United set to appoint champions league winning coach if Amorim fails European glory.
Tensions are running high at Manchester United as manager Rรบben Amorim has reportedly been given a stark ultimatum: deliver the UEFA Europa League title or face immediate termination. Behind the scenes, the club has already opened dialogue with legendary coach Zinedine Zidane as a potential successor should Amorim fail to secure silverware.
An insider close to the club revealed that Amorimโs future hinges entirely on the outcome of the Europa League final. According to the source, the clubโs top brass are no longer willing to tolerate underperformance and have made it clear that excuses will no longer suffice. Despite Amorim guiding United to the final with a resounding 7โ1 aggregate win over Athletic Bilbao, the team’s dreadful domestic campaignโmarked by a 16th-place league standing and a string of dismal results including a recent 2โ0 loss to West Hamโhas left confidence in his leadership at an all-time low.
Meanwhile, Zidaneโs name continues to loom large as the preferred replacement. Although the Frenchman has yet to fully commit, itโs believed that preliminary conversations have taken place and that he would consider the job if Amorim is let go. However, Zidane has historically shown reluctance towards managing in the Premier League, preferring instead the idea of eventually taking over the French national team following the 2026 World Cup. Nevertheless, Manchester United are reportedly working hard to persuade him to reconsider.
Beyond Zidane, the club is also eyeing other managerial options. Massimiliano Allegri is said to be leading the pack with favorable odds. Known for his tactical discipline and ability to restore order to struggling teams, the Italian could be an attractive fit for Unitedโs current situation. Also in the conversation is Thomas Frank, the Brentford boss who has earned praise for his knack for maximizing limited resources. While not a marquee name, his pragmatic approach and team-building skills appeal to elements within the clubโs new football leadership.
The stakes for Amorim could not be higher. While a Europa League victory might offer him a lifeline, it may only provide a temporary reprieve, as the pressure will likely carry over into the new season. Failure to lift the trophy, however, is expected to trigger sweeping changes, with the club poised for yet another major managerial overhaul.
