Ruben Amorim's tenure at Manchester United has been marked by a mix of challenging performances and notable results since taking over from Erik ten Hag in October. While the Red Devils have secured impressive victories against Manchester City and Arsenal, along with a draw against Liverpool in recent weeks, consistency remains elusive.
Recent speculation has surfaced regarding INEOS and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's satisfaction with Amorim's progress at the helm. However, a dramatic victory over Southampton, highlighted by Amad Diallo's remarkable 12-minute hat-trick, provided some relief. The match, which saw United overcome Manuel Ugarte's first-half own goal, offered Amorim an opportunity to engage with Ratcliffe in a more positive context.
Following the match, Amorim shared insights about his brief interaction with the co-owner: "I had five minutes with him [Ratcliffe] to talk about different things. It was not a good game, but the result helped the conversation! We continue doing our job." The Portuguese manager acknowledged the fans' desire for more attractive football while emphasizing the current priority: "I know the fans want to see so much better football, but we need to win games. We managed to win and we are going to prepare for the next game."
Despite circulating rumors about Amorim's position, sources indicate that INEOS maintains confidence in the Portuguese coach. The ownership group is expected to support him through the remainder of the season, with a comprehensive review of his tenure planned for the post-season period to evaluate his long-term viability as Manchester United's head coach.
