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Roy Keane namedrops South American tactician who can replace Ruben Amorim at Manchester United

Originally posted on We All Follow United
By Rohit Sarkar | Last updated Oct 10, 2025 4:46 PM ET

Roy Keane wants someone like Diego Simeone to replace Ruben Amorim at Manchester United

Manchester United face another uncertain time in the managerial position. They have reached this point too often since Sir Alex Ferguson left. The club’s spirit swings between ambition and anxiety. Fans keep wondering if Ruben Amorim can lead the team back to success. In this restless atmosphere, former captain Roy Keane’s words cut through the noise. On The Overlap, the outspoken Irishman voiced what many supporters feel — Old Trafford needs a strong, demanding figure again.

Keane made his message clear and direct. He wants Diego Simeone, the fiery Argentine who has spent years turning Atlético Madrid into a relentless team. He heaped praise on Simeone’s steel, structure, and drive. Keane admires the chaos that creates order and the kind of intensity Manchester United once showed. The Red Devils now struggle with inconsistency, from their disjointed pressing to fragile confidence. Meanwhile, Simeone’s disciplined teams fight for every inch, and Keane feels that United miss that spirit. Amorim’s side now looks uncertain in both approach and mentality, and their 10th-place standing gives fans little comfort.

Meanwhile, Dean Jones claims Manchester United want more competition for the goalkeeping spot. This move that United want to build quietly behind the scenes. Yet, Keane’s call goes beyond individual changes, as he calls for identity. The former United captain wants a team that plays with urgency and refuses to give up under pressure. In that sense, Simeone, who is a man who thrives on control, passion, and confrontation, fits the image perfectly.

“I’ve said it for years, I’d like to see Diego Simeone going there. I think he’d create havoc, but good havoc. I’d like to see his personality and his track record. They beat Real Madrid, they scored five, yes, he likes his teams a bit defensive, but they have that fighting spirit. I like a big personality.”

Amorim’s Struggle and the Waiting Game

Ruben Amorim still fights to steady his position at Manchester United. His time at the club continues, but the pressure grows stronger. After finishing 15th last season and crashing out of the Carabao Cup early, critics have raised their voices. Still, co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has kept his patience. He has reportedly given Amorim three years to prove his vision. It is a move that mirrors Arsenal’s trust in Mikel Arteta. Sky Sports reports that this decision reflects a belief in long-term progress over short-term reaction.

Amorim plays with a 3-4-3 system built on possession and fast attacking transitions. The setup has produced mixed results in England. Critics argue that his rigid shape exposes the team to unpredictable Premier League sides. Even so, the Portuguese coach keeps his faith. He believes his methods will work with time. The club has kept signing players who fit his system, showing continued support for his ideas. However, reports say Xavi wants the Manchester United job as pressure mounts on current boss Ruben Amorim. That claim adds more tension to his situation.

Amorim’s future depends entirely on results. He must turn his ideas into wins soon. For now, Manchester United sit between patience and frustration. They wait to see if Amorim can reignite the fire that Roy Keane still remembers with such conviction.

This article first appeared on We All Follow United and was syndicated with permission.

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