Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim, who joined the club in November 2024, showed uncharacteristic frustration following his side’s 3-1 home loss to Brighton & Hove Albion. This marked United’s seventh defeat in 15 games under his leadership, leaving them languishing in 13th place in the Premier League standings.
Dressing Room Incident
Amorim allegedly smashed one of the enormous television screens on which tactical reviews are conducted in Old Trafford’s dressing room. Fury was directed toward the players, on whom he blasted heavily during the heated post-match speech. The screen requires repairs ahead of United’s tie against Rangers, Europa League clash.
Amorim’s Criticism of the Squad
Amorim branded the present Manchester United team as “the worst in the history of the club” during his emotional outburst. A man generally known for his composed nature, Amorim’s reaction was to try and shock his players into better performances.
Tactical Challenges and Team Struggles
Formation Woes
Amorim’s innovative 3-4-3 formation has been difficult for the squad to adapt to. While there have been occasional positives, such as a 2-1 comeback victory against Manchester City and a spirited 2-2 draw with league leaders Liverpool, the team has struggled to find consistency.
Underperforming Stars
Key players like Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho have not been central to Amorim’s plans. Garnacho has attracted interest from clubs like Napoli and Chelsea, while United has struggled to find takers for Rashford due to his high wages.
January Transfer Plans
Defensive Reinforcements
Manchester United will strengthen their defense during the January transfer window, mainly on the wing-back side. Some of the potential targets include Lecce’s 20-year-old defender Patrick Dorgu and Crystal Palace’s Tyrick Mitchell.
Backroom Support for Amorim
Despite the team’s underperformance, sources claim Amorim still enjoys the confidence of club co-owner Jim Ratcliffe, who backs his re-building plan of the team. January transfer windows could be the determining factors for improving their season.
As Manchester United prepares for their Europa League match against Rangers, the team faces immense pressure to deliver results. Amorim’s efforts to instill discipline and demand higher standards from his players are pivotal as the club navigates through a challenging phase.
Though Amorim’s management style has been criticized, his desire to change things around the club shows he is willing to turn United’s fortunes around. But the next few weeks will prove whether that approach will deliver the much-needed change or plunge the club further into a crisis.
