Manchester United’s coach Ruben Amorim reveals why he has decided to leave the club next week
Manchester United’s season has descended into disarray, and head coach Ruben Amorim has issued a dramatic ultimatum: he will step down next week if the club’s board fails to meet his conditions. This follows a disheartening 1-0 loss to Tottenham in the Europa League final, capping a season in which the Red Devils have slipped to a shocking 16th place in the Premier League standings.
Having replaced Erik ten Hag midway through the campaign, Amorim has been under increasing pressure as poor performances pile up. Despite the club investing heavily to lure him from Sporting Lisbon, the Portuguese manager has admitted the weight of expectations. He noted that no one in his position at Manchester United can ever afford to feel secure, highlighting the relentless scrutiny that comes with the job.
Amorim’s concerns go beyond just disappointing results. He’s been hindered by financial limitations that prevent the squad from being strengthened unless current players are sold first. This restriction has made it difficult to implement the kind of squad overhaul he believes is essential for future success.
Compounding the issue are tensions behind the scenes. Amorim’s relationship with the board has soured due to clashes over how players are managed and the direction of transfer strategies. The situation with Marcus Rashford, who has been benched over training discipline and is reportedly eyeing an exit, exemplifies the growing unease within the team.
His threat to walk away reflects the critical nature of the moment. Amorim insists that without meaningful changes and support from the club’s top brass, continuing in his role would be futile. His firm stance has drawn parallels with the struggles faced by past United managers like Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who also grappled with the club’s internal politics.
As United gears up for their final game of the season against Aston Villa, the atmosphere around Old Trafford is one of tension and uncertainty. The choices made by the board in the coming days will not only decide Amorim’s fate but could also define the club’s direction for the foreseeable future. Whether they take decisive action or allow the crisis to deepen remains to be seen—but the clock is ticking for one of football’s most iconic institutions.
