Ruben Amorim has faced his first major challenge as the new head coach of Manchester United. Appointed earlier this month, the 39-year-old Portuguese coach takes over a team still reeling from the disappointing tenure of Erik ten Hag.
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United are languishing in 13th place, and Amorim’s task is to restore confidence and identity to a squad that struggled under Ten Hag.
Amorim’s arrival brings hope for a fresh start, as he inherits a squad that had seen a significant outlay during the previous manager’s reign, with over £600 million spent on high-profile signings.
However, Amorim has been told that the club won’t be relying on a large transfer budget in January. Instead, the expectation is for him to work with the players already at his disposal, focusing on improving their performances and building a team around a clear identity.
In his first interview with United’s official website, Amorim spoke about his goals for the club, emphasizing the importance of restoring its “identity.”
While acknowledging the need for time, he stressed the need to focus on developing a cohesive game model and fostering team unity.
Amorim is keen on setting a clear tactical approach from the start but is also aware that the road ahead will require patience and collective effort. The coach expressed his deep respect for the club’s history and stated that his ambition is to return United to its former glory.