Ruben Amorim has confirmed that he will not step down as Manchester United manager despite growing pressure after a series of disappointing results. Following the team’s loss to West Ham, he acknowledged that if the club’s problems are not resolved before the next season, the board has the right to consider a change in leadership. However, he denied any doubts about his ability to turn the situation around and stated that quitting is not an option. Amorim said he understands the challenges and knows how to address the team’s difficulties. Since joining Manchester United, he has demanded high standards and accountability from the players. He accepts that poor results raise questions about leadership and believes these are natural in football. His message to the club is clear: if performances do not improve, changes should be made, but he remains confident that he is the right person to lead the team forward.
Despite struggles in the Premier League, Amorim has guided Manchester United to their third European final since 2011. The team currently sits in 16th place and faces the possibility of their worst league finish since the 1973-74 season. United have won only four league matches in 2025, with three victories against teams that are already relegated. Their most recent league wins came against Ipswich and Leicester after a January victory over Fulham. Some believe losing the Europa League final could provide more free midweeks next season, giving Amorim time to rebuild the squad, but he rejected that idea. He warned that losing the final would increase pressure from fans and the media, making the following season even more demanding. A flawless campaign would be necessary to avoid further criticism. For Amorim, winning the final is the only acceptable outcome.
Following the defeat to West Ham, reports revealed that the club has set strict limits on ticket allocations for players and staff for the final. Manchester United has also decided not to hold a victory parade if they win, opting instead for a small barbeque at the training ground. While Amorim and the players can afford to cover travel costs for their families, many backroom staff members cannot. The club expects to cut up to 200 more jobs this year after 250 redundancies last year. In response, Amorim and several players will personally pay for tickets to allow families of staff members to attend the final. He explained that under current conditions, the club struggles to support all departments equally. The players agreed that having their families present would boost team morale and create a better atmosphere for the final.
Amorim brings personal experience to this final, having lost the 2014 Europa League final with Benfica on penalties. He described that loss as a wasted opportunity and told his current squad that anything less than winning the trophy would be unacceptable. Besides the significant financial rewards from Champions League qualification, the final is a test of character and pride. Amorim’s focus is on winning the match against Tottenham, knowing that the fans, club, and himself expect nothing less.
