As more stories emerge from Ruben Amorim’s time at Old Trafford, Harry Maguire has now highlighted another issue that might have set the team back. Even without Michael Carrick’s impressive run that saw wins over two of England’s top sides, there were already clear signs that Amorim was struggling to get the best out of his squad.
The mood around Old Trafford has shifted again as Manchester United search for stability after another turbulent spell in the dugout. Tactical debates have dominated the conversation among supporters, with structure and balance suddenly back on the agenda.
Manchester United have undergone a very eventful January so far. An early exit from the FA Cup third round to Brighton and Hove Albion condemned United to to their lowest fixture total since the 1914/15 season.
While Casemiro’s departure has already been announced, Manchester United are also expected to part ways with Manuel Ugarte. The Red Devils splashed around £42 million to sign the holding midfielder from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2024.
Michael Carrick is off to a flying start at Manchester United, making the decision to sack Ruben Amorim look like the right one. There was plenty of doubt among fans when Ineos decided to let Amorim go, especially after his fiery remarks in the media.
Manchester United have not had much luck at the Emirates in recent years, but Michael Carrick may be feeling optimistic about this weekend’s trip to North London.
Tyrell Malacia could still leave Manchester United before the February 2 deadline, according to Manchester Evening News. Since returning from his 18-month injury layoff last season, the full-back has never been able to reclaim a prominent role in the United setup.
Manchester United have already begun preparing for the 2026 summer transfer window. Ruben Amorim’s sacking led to the Red Devils hiring Michael Carrick as the head coach until the end of the season.
Manchester United youngster Harry Amass is on the verge of joining Norwich City on loan for the remainder of the campaign. The 18-year-old emerged on the scene during the second half of the previous campaign, when he was handed his senior debut by Ruben Amorim.
A report from Portugal claims Manchester United are preparing an offer for Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves, while Fabrizio Romano ushers an update on another target.
Manchester United haven’t completely ruled out the mid-season departure of their midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The Uruguayan has been mostly underwhelming since joining the Red Devils in the summer of 2024.
New Man Utd head coach Michael Carrick doesn’t possess a magical wand, but he hardly needed one to solve some of the tactical issues he inherited from Ruben Amorim.
Manchester United are looking to bring in a quality, long-term replacement for Ruben Amorim and have identified Niko Kovac as a target. The Croatian manager has done quite well at Borussia Dortmund, and a report from TEAMtalk claims that Chelsea was also interested in him.
Napoli boss Antonio Conte appeared to aim a veiled dig at former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim. Antonio Conte took a chance to get some digs in against former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim ahead of Napoli’s latest game.
Manchester United are currently in a state of uncertainty, steadying the ship until a new manager is appointed in the summer. Before Ruben Amorim’s sacking, the club were working towards redesigning the squad to a 3-4-3, dispatching wingers for dynamic wing-backs and more central attackers.
Michael Carrick is the new Manchester United head coach until the end of the season and will face Manchester City as his first game in charge. This appointment comes after the sacking of Ruben Amorim.
Antonio Conte has already had an incredible career, and it doesn’t look set to stop with his current run at Napoli. The Italian side won the Serie A title last season and went on to win the Supercoppa Italiana at the end of 2025, marking his second trophy in just over a year.
There is a whole lot going wrong at Manchester United besides the appalling results that led to Ruben Amorim’s sacking. Amorim’s departure was inevitable.
Manchester United legend Gary Neville thinks the recent draw at home to Wolves might have been one of the critical moments in Ruben Amorim’s reign. Amorim was sacked by Man Utd over a week ago now, and the Red Devils have brought in former player Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season.
Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has provided some detail into how much Manchester United have spent on having Ruben Amorim as their manager for just over a year.
Tottenham are keen to bring in midfield reinforcements in the winter as club aims for quick turnaround in the Premier League. Tottenham are looking to bolster their squad in the ongoing transfer window as the club aims to turn its Premier League fortunes around in the coming months.
Manchester United drew 1-1 against Leeds United on Sunday, Jan. 4, and after the match, Ruben Amorim made some striking statements. And apparently, there is a clash between the manager and his boss, Jason Wilcox.