Ruben Amorim, the newly appointed head coach of Manchester United, has been thrust into the spotlight following his transition from Sporting Lisbon.
Amorim was given an ultimatum by Manchester United’s management to join the club immediately rather than at the end of the season, which was his initial preference.
He described this as a “now or never” situation, leading him to accept the position despite his reluctance to leave Sporting mid-season.
This decision came after Manchester United parted ways with Erik ten Hag following a poor start to the season, leaving them 14th in the Premier League standings.
Upon taking over, Amorim faced significant challenges, including managing a team underperforming in the league.
People on social media suggest that there is a sentiment among fans that he has been set up to fail, with some expressing the need for the club to support him in the transfer market.
He’s been described as sounding like a “broken man” after just over 10 weeks at the helm, indicating the pressure and expectations he’s under.
There have been discussions around player performance under Amorim, with specific comments on players like Marcus Rashford not meeting the coach’s expectations, leading to considerations of selling him if his performance doesn’t improve. This reflects the “shape up or ship out” philosophy Amorim seems to be implementing.
Amorim’s tenure at Manchester United is seen as a significant challenge, given the club’s current position and the immediate need for a turnaround.
His approach involves bringing his coaching staff from Sporting to ensure continuity in his methods, but there’s a clear message of needing to adapt quickly or face potential repercussions.
Amorim’s start at Manchester United has been marked by an ultimatum to join the club, immediate high expectations, and the need to manage an underperforming squad, with the overarching theme being to “shape up or ship out.”