Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has raised serious doubts about his future with the club. After a 2-0 home defeat to West Ham United, Amorim said that if the team’s poor form continues into next season, he may consider stepping away from his role. The loss to West Ham marked another low point in a season already filled with setbacks.
Amorim made it clear that the issues run deeper than results alone. “We are losing the sense that Manchester United must fear defeat at home,” he warned. “If that fear is gone, it becomes the most dangerous threat to a major club.”
United’s Form Hits Crisis Point
Manchester United’s performance in 2025 has continued to disappoint. Since January 26, the club has only managed two wins—both against teams already relegated: Ipswich and Leicester. The current seven-game winless run now ties their worst ever streak in Premier League history.
Amorim did not hide his frustration. “Everyone here must reflect deeply,” he said. “The final in Europe isn’t the core problem. The entire culture of the team and club needs a full reset. We stand at a turning point. If nothing changes, new people must take charge.”
Season of Historic Setbacks
Manchester United’s numbers this season are alarming. The team has lost 17 Premier League games—more than any season since their relegation year in 1973–74. They have also suffered nine home defeats, matching their worst records from 1930–31, 1933–34, and 1962–63.
At Old Trafford, United have conceded the first goal in 12 matches. Only relegated Leicester has done worse, with 15. These statistics highlight a worrying lack of consistency, especially in front of home fans.
Adding to the disappointment, West Ham’s win at Old Trafford marked their first in 16 visits since the 2006–07 season. It also completed a rare league double over United—only the fifth in West Ham’s history in the top flight.
Amorim Downplays Importance of Europa League Final
Manchester United still has a chance to win silverware when they face Tottenham in the Europa League final on May 21 in Bilbao. A win would guarantee them a place in next season’s Champions League and bring in an estimated £100 million.
However, Amorim said the final is not the real concern. “The final is the least of our worries,” he said. “What we face runs much deeper. Competing in top European tournaments feels like a distant dream right now.”
He even questioned whether qualifying for the Champions League would help. “I’m unsure whether returning to the Champions League is helpful in our condition,” he admitted.
Squad Mentality Under Scrutiny
Amorim also addressed a key issue: the team’s mentality. He pointed out that Manchester United often shows more energy in European matches than in domestic league games.
“In Europe, we show desire. But in the league, we lose focus,” he noted. “That absence of urgency affects every phase—from defending our goal to attacking theirs.”
He added, “There is a feeling that defeat is acceptable because it won’t change the standings. That attitude is dangerous.”
This lack of drive has been noted by fans and critics alike, especially since the departure of former manager José Mourinho. The issue seems to be rooted in a deeper, long-term cultural problem within the club.
Not everyone agrees with Amorim’s public approach. Former player and pundit Danny Murphy voiced concern over the manager’s comments. “Amorim’s interviews confuse me. He focuses too much on negatives,” Murphy said.
“I prefer managers who offer forward-thinking, solution-oriented commentary. They’ve got a final ahead and the summer transfer window. Positivity from leadership uplifts players. Constant pessimism does not.”
As the summer break approaches, pressure is building on Manchester United to make big changes. Transfers, training strategies, and leadership decisions will be under the spotlight. Whether Amorim will stay to lead that effort remains uncertain.