Ruben Amorim retains backing from Manchester United's hierarchy despite the team's humiliating Carabao Cup exit to League Two side Grimsby. His post-match remarks at Blundell Park prompted speculation about his future after United required a comeback to force penalties and spent an hour markedly second best. Executives emphasize a long-term plan and resist knee-jerk decisions, mindful of the Erik ten Hag dismissal last October. The club invested around £200m on attacking players this summer while potential departures include Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Rasmus Højlund. Amorim's vague comments and past reports of a voluntary resignation have intensified media interest ahead of key fixtures.
Amorim's post-match comments at Blundell Park raised questions about his future, particularly after United had to come from two goals down just to force penalties, following an hour in which they were clearly second best. However, sources close to the situation insist that the board remains committed to the project under the Portuguese coach and are not considering knee-jerk decisions.
The feeling inside Old Trafford is that Amorim's appointment was always seen as a long-term plan. Executives are wary of repeating past mistakes, having dismissed Erik ten Hag last October just months after handing him a substantial transfer budget. This summer, United spent around £200m on attacking players, although departures are still expected with Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Rasmus Højlund in line to join Chelsea, Real Betis and Napoli respectively.
Amorim faced the media afterwards, telling MUTV: "Let's focus on the next game and then we have time to think about things. We have a job to do, a job to prepare, and then we will stop and think things through." His refusal to clarify those remarks has sparked speculation that he may be reflecting on his future, with some even recalling reports that he once offered to resign last season, though this was never confirmed.
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