A visibly frustrated Ruben Amorim has cast doubt over his future at Manchester United, admitting he could walk away if he’s unable to instil a meaningful culture shift within a team he believes is eroding the club’s storied legacy.
Following a dismal 2-0 defeat at home to West Ham — United’s 17th Premier League loss of the season, their worst since the relegation campaign of 1973/74 — Amorim didn’t hold back. Despite making six changes after securing a place in the Europa League final, he still fielded a lineup featuring stars like Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo. Yet, the team offered little resistance in a lifeless performance that left them teetering just above the drop zone in 16th.
“I don’t want to talk about the players,” Amorim said. “I’m talking about myself and the culture at the club. We need to change that. We need to be brave this summer, or we’ll have another season like this. If things don’t change, maybe someone else needs to take my place.”
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Amorim’s record at United is under increasing scrutiny, averaging just 0.96 points per game in the league. Former United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka, now at West Ham, played a pivotal role in both goals — exposed by a team lacking urgency and cohesion.
“The biggest problem is the feeling that losing is OK,” Amorim continued. “That mindset is dangerous. We’re losing the belief that this is a massive club, where a home defeat should feel like the end of the world.”
Asked whether players were distracted by the upcoming Europa League final against Tottenham, Amorim acknowledged the concern but downplayed its importance: “The final is not my biggest worry. It’s the league table. Being 16th in the Premier League as Manchester United manager — that’s embarrassing. That’s what keeps me up at night.”
Looking ahead, Amorim expressed uncertainty about what comes next. Even with the possibility of Champions League qualification through Europa League glory, he questioned whether the current squad is ready for the demands of that competition.
“For us, playing in the Premier League and Champions League next season feels like reaching the moon,” he said. “We have far bigger issues to address before we start thinking about Europe.”
With United’s board known for swift managerial decisions, Amorim’s blunt self-assessment and open-ended remarks may accelerate conversations about a possible change in leadership — especially if United’s downward spiral continues.
