Manchester United continue to ponder the future of their manager, Ruben Amorim, with each passing week. There were a lot of expectations and optimism when United appointed Amorim as their manager in November 2024. However, all these have faded right now, due to the team’s inconsistent performances on the field. The Portuguese coach had a successful tenure in Sporting CP, but has not managed to replicate it at Old Trafford so far. At the time of writing, United are 10th in the Premier League points table, and his team has not yet been able to reciprocate properly to his tactical methods.
Their early League Cup exit to fourth-tier Grimsby Town has darkened the atmosphere at Old Trafford. According to reports, co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe still supports Amorim and has given him a three-year window to prove himself. However, supporters and former players are losing patience, as the team records a win rate of just 29%. They have failed to secure consecutive league victories since the campaign began.
Each match adds pressure, and the absence of identity in performances makes many doubt whether Amorim fits Manchester United’s demands. Some still believe in his ideas, while others, like Paul Scholes on The Overlap podcast, discussed possible replacements. Scholes mentioned Eddie Howe but questioned the credentials of Howe’s assistant, Jason Tindall, to manage United. The discussion suggests that the Red Devils may soon explore other options. We reported earlier that Unai Emery was linked with Manchester United as doubts grow over Rúben Amorim’s long-term future at Old Trafford. Even Napoli’s interest in Kobbie Mainoo as Manchester United’s future remains uncertain, showing how unsettled things look within the club.
Eddie Howe has proved his managerial worth with steady growth and his conviction in his methods. The 47-year-old changed Bournemouth, who were struggling in League 2, into a competitive Premier League side in just seven years. The Englishman helped them earn three promotions during his tenure and also received the “Football League Manager of the Decade” award in 2015. When he arrived at Newcastle United, he saved them from relegation.
The 47-year-old initially helped the Magpies finish mid-table in the first season. By 2022-23, Howe helped Newcastle qualify for the UEFA Champions League. Under him, the Magpies beat Liverpool in the EFL cup in March 2025, and this was their first domestic trophy win in a long 70 years.
The English manager uses an attacking 4-3-3 formation, which is built on systematic pressing, smooth movement off the ball, and quick transitions. Howe also has a history of improving players like Joelinton and Miguel Almiron. Still, despite his impressive record, reports from Goal.com claim Manchester United will find it difficult to take him away from St. James’ Park. Newcastle United continue to build their identity under the manager, and Howe keeps his bond with the project strong. Yet, his methods and discipline will suit what United have been looking for. Whether he ever takes charge there depends more on how long United’s hierarchy keeps faith in Amorim than on Howe’s interest.
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