Manchester United ‘have a dismissal strategy’ as Ruben Amorim comes to terms with his fate following the loss to West Ham
Ruben Amorim has admitted that if he’s unable to improve Manchester United’s current slump, the club should seriously think about bringing in a new manager. This frank admission comes as rumors circulate that the club’s leadership is already preparing alternatives in case the struggles extend into the next campaign.
The pressure intensified after United’s 2-0 home defeat to West Ham, which briefly dropped them to 17th place—just one spot above final opponents Tottenham—before they eventually moved up to 16th. Despite the slight improvement, it remains a deeply disappointing position for a club of United’s stature. After the match, Amorim addressed the media and highlighted deeper issues affecting the club’s performance. He emphasized that the problem wasn’t about individuals but a wider cultural issue within the team, calling for a bold reset over the summer and suggesting that if progress isn’t made by the start of next season, a new figure should be brought in to lead the way.
Sources close to the club, including reports from The Athletic, have revealed that top figures like Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Sir Dave Brailsford, and Omar Berrada are ready to act if the downturn continues. Although they remain hesitant to cut ties with their first managerial appointment so soon, they are equally unwilling to tolerate continued failure.
Amorim, once welcomed with high expectations, has seen his reputation take a significant hit. Since November, his record includes 13 defeats from 25 league matches, yielding only 24 points and a worrying goal difference of minus 11. Many critics point out that he has struggled to implement his tactical style—particularly his preference for a back-three system—with a squad that doesn’t quite fit his vision.
Despite these setbacks, the club is expected to back him in the upcoming transfer window, focusing heavily on bringing in attacking reinforcements. However, his position is far from secure. If results fail to improve early in the next campaign, Amorim could quickly find himself on the chopping block. His own remarks have made it clear that he understands the stakes—another poor start could mean the end of his time at Old Trafford.
This level of honesty from Amorim reflects the urgency of the situation and serves as a clear signal to the board that change might be necessary. With new leadership closely monitoring developments, the coming months could be decisive in determining whether he can survive or become the latest in a line of short-lived managers at the club.
