United lost 3–1 to Brentford, but manager Ruben Amorim still has full backing.
Manchester United’s leadership is standing by manager Ruben Amorim despite the latest 3–1 defeat to Brentford. Reports suggest he will be allowed to see out the season before any decisions are made on his future.
The Portuguese coach, who took charge in November last year, has managed 49 games but continues to struggle for steady form. The weekend loss came just days after a strong win over Chelsea, underlining the inconsistency that has haunted his tenure.
After the Brentford match, Amorim admitted his players conceded goals from long-ball situations, an area they had trained to stop. His comments raised further doubts about whether his instructions are being carried out effectively on the pitch.
Despite mounting outside criticism, co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe now in charge of all football operations, is described as calm. According to the Daily Mail, Ratcliffe is committed to giving Amorim the full season. BBC Sport also reports that judgment will only be made once the manager has what they call “the right team” to work with.
Speculation has linked United with potential replacements, including Gareth Southgate and Graham Potter. Both the Mail and BBC insist the board has not considered any alternatives and remains focused on giving Amorim time.
The message from Old Trafford remains one of patience and continuity. But as results swing between highs and lows, Amorim faces the urgent task of bringing stability and credibility back to United’s season.
