Man Utd's Amorín Retains Support Despite Europa League Defeat

On May 23, reports from The Daily Mail by Manchester United correspondent Chris Wheeler provide insights into the future of head coach Amorín following the Europa League final.

In the final, Manchester United lost 0-1 to Tottenham, missing out on the title. The team’s poor performance this season has led to criticism of Amorín from fans. However, sources have informed The Daily Mail that Amorín still has the full backing of the club's board. His tenure at Manchester United is viewed as a long-term project, and the club does not plan to change its stance due to a single match result.

After the Europa League defeat, Amorín publicly stated that he would not resign voluntarily but would consider it if the club deemed him unsuitable. Players, including captain Bruno Fernandes, Luke Shaw, and Diogo Dalot, have expressed their support for the Portuguese manager.

Nonetheless, some players within the squad are skeptical about Amorín's continued management, particularly if he persists with the 3-4-3 formation that has led to 16 losses in his 41 matches.

An insider commented, “Amorín won’t change his style of play, and the players are unhappy; it’s simply not working.”

Following the loss to Tottenham, both Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho have expressed doubts about their futures at Old Trafford. Fernandes indicated his willingness to leave if the club seeks to cash in on him after missing out on next season's Champions League qualification.

Earlier this month, Saudi club Al-Hilal was reportedly prepared to break the British transfer record to sign him, offering a near £200 million contract over three years after negotiations with the player’s representatives.

While it seems unlikely that Manchester United would consider selling their captain, Fernandes remarked, “I’ve always been honest. If the club thinks it’s time to part ways because they want to sell players, then that time has come. Football is sometimes like that. I’ve always said I’ll be here until the club tells me to leave.”