Pressure Mounts on Ruben Amorim as Manchester United Struggle
A Loss to Everton Could Spell the End for Under-Fire Boss
Ruben Amorim has admitted that David Moyes is doing a better job reviving Everton than he is at Manchester United, with some players reportedly unconvinced by his approach.
The Portuguese manager will face Moyes on Saturday as he looks to drag United out of their shocking decline. The former Sporting Lisbon boss has overseen just four wins and eight defeats in the Premier League since replacing Erik ten Hag in November.
Moyes, who was sacked by United in 2014 after less than a season in charge, has already matched Amorim’s win total in just six league games since returning to Everton in January. Everton, in 14th place, are above 15th-placed United in the table ahead of the clubs’ final ever meeting at Goodison Park before the Toffees move to a new stadium next season.
A Candid Admission from Amorim
Amorim’s candid admission comes as a shock, given the pressure he is under to turn United’s season around. "Simple thing. David Moyes is doing a better job than me. It’s quite simple," he said. "And then small things like winning one game, winning two games, that belief. The pressure is also not the same."
Players Unconvinced by Amorim’s Approach
The Portuguese manager has faced criticism from some quarters, with some players reportedly unconvinced by his tactics. "I don’t feel it in training," Amorim said. "If you watch our games sometimes you can have that sensation, but I’m not worried about that. If they are not convinced, I don’t feel that. It’s my job to change their minds and I’m quite good on that."
No Regrets for Amorim
Amorim insists he has no regrets taking the job, despite the challenges he faces. "I think that is clear, it’s common sense, when you start a season it’s completely different," he said. "You have time to think things, to feel the players, to have pre-season, to change things that you feel are necessary in a team, in a squad. That is clear. That was the choice, so I don’t want to talk like that. I had my reasons to ask for that and I have the most important reasons to accept the job."
Conclusion
A loss to Everton on Saturday could spell the end for Amorim, who is under intense pressure to deliver results. With some players reportedly unconvinced by his approach, it remains to be seen whether he can turn things around at Old Trafford.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why has Ruben Amorim’s approach been met with criticism?
A: Some players have reportedly been unconvinced by Amorim’s tactics, leading to a lack of confidence in his ability to turn things around at United.
Q: How has David Moyes’ spell at Everton compared to Amorim’s at United?
A: Moyes has already matched Amorim’s win total in just six league games since returning to Everton in January, while Amorim has overseen just four wins and eight defeats in the Premier League since replacing Erik ten Hag in November.
Q: Does Ruben Amorim have any regrets about taking the Manchester United job?
A: No, Amorim insists he has no regrets, citing the challenges and opportunities that come with managing one of the biggest clubs in the world.