Ruben Amorim: Ex-United coach issues significant update on future
Ruben Amorim: Ex-United coach issues significant update on future Ruben Amorim’s future has been subject to speculation since leaving Manchester United at the turn of the year. The Portuguese head coach endured a difficult 14-month tenure at Old Trafford that ended in disappointment in January this year. Amorim took charge of the Red Devils as former manager Erik ten Hag’s replacement in November 2024, fresh from transforming Sporting’s fortunes.
In his four years at the Estadio Jose Alvalade, his team won the league twice, among other trophies. Unfortunately, his time at the Theatre of Dreams was not so rosy. The Portuguese struggled to get his ideas across after taking charge mid-season, and the English giants ended up finishing 15th in the Premier League last season.
The 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final did him no favours either, although United backed him over the summer, investing over £200 million in the squad. Unfortunately, results failed to improve this season, and the Red Devils finally opted for a change in management after the 1-1 draw against Leeds United at the beginning of January. Ruben Amorim Managerial Stats Source: Wikipedia .
United’s post-Amorim rise Amorim’s departure appeared to have taken the shackles off the United team, who have looked a completely different unit under caretaker manager Michael Carrick . The Englishman took charge at Old Trafford in mid-January and recent reports suggest that he is set to get the full-time position following an impressive run. The Red Devils kick-started Carrick’s tenure with a four-game winning run against Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur.
They have since registered 11 wins in the Englishman’s 16 games in charge, losing just twice. United’s recent rise has seen them secure third place in the Premier League table, which was once inconceivable under Amorim. They have subsequently secured Champions League football for next season.