Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly met with head coach Ruben Amorim on Thursday. Ratcliffe’s visit to Carrington, which had been long planned, saw him arriving by helicopter for a series of important meetings, including time spent discussing issues with Amorim.
The agenda behind the meeting
According to The Athletic, one of the main topics discussed was Manchester United’s poor form. Despite spending over £200 million during the summer transfer window, United has struggled to start the season, sitting in 14th place in the Premier League with only four points after four games. They were also knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two Grimsby.
Criticism of Amorim’s tactics
Ratcliffe’s visit also came shortly after United’s disappointing 3-0 loss in the Manchester derby, where head coach Ruben Amorim faced criticism from pundits Roy Keane and Gary Neville for sticking to his preferred 3-4-3 formation despite the heavy defeat. Amorim, however, remains resolute in his philosophy, stating that he will only change when he chooses to.
Is Amorim’s job in jeopardy?
With Manchester United facing a crucial match against Chelsea, Amorim’s future remains a topic of intense scrutiny. While reports have circulated that Amorim has three games to save his job, the BBC has stated that these rumors have been dismissed privately. However, a series of poor results before the international break could put his position under considerable pressure.
