In a development sure to send shockwaves around Old Trafford, reports suggest Ruben Amorim is on the brink of leaving Manchester United, with INEOS poised to take a significant decision regarding the club’s future leadership.
The Red Devils were held to a pulsating 4-4 draw by AFC Bournemouth on Monday night, missing out on a chance to break into the coveted Champions League positions. Despite the thrilling encounter, there were signs of progress under Amorim, who has adjusted his tactical approach to maximise the potential of his attacking cohort.
Though plagued by inconsistency, United have improved markedly since last season’s debacle. A successful summer overhaul saw the likes of Marcus Rashford, Rasmus Hojlund, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, and Andre Onana depart, setting the stage for an influx of fresh talent. The acquisitions of Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and new first-choice goalkeeper, Senne Lammens, have invigorated the squad.
While Sesko has taken time to find his feet, Mbeumo, Cunha, and Lammens have made an immediate impact. With further high-profile signings anticipated in January or the upcoming summer, particularly in the defensive midfield role as a long-term successor to Casemiro, rumours abound linking United to Carlos Baleba and Elliot Anderson.
Speculation over Amorim’s future persists, unearthed by the tumultuous preceding season and the growing unease among United’s hierarchy regarding his aptitude to restore the club’s former glory. Amidst uncertainty, Bruno Fernandes’ potential exit looms large, his discordant comments last year suggesting fractures behind the scenes that could finance further squad reinforcements.
Intriguingly, a well-informed insider on X, boasting a sizeable following, has revealed that Amorim’s tenure at United will not extend beyond the current campaign. Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner is reportedly keen for the United helm, with whispers of INEOS having a stopgap managerial strategy in place, assured by their elite team of reporters.
The coming months will be pivotal for the Red Devils as they face increasing urgency to stabilise their trajectory and achieve desired results. Otherwise, the prospect of a managerial change, perhaps even mid-season, looms on the horizon, with Glasner waiting in the wings, eager to seize the opportunity.