Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim insists he has “no regrets” about taking the reins at Old Trafford, despite the club enduring one of its most difficult seasons in recent memory.
The Portuguese coach, who replaced Erik ten Hag in November, has had a turbulent start to life in England. United have won just six Premier League matches under his leadership, and they currently sit in a disappointing 14th place — flirting dangerously close to their worst league finish since 1990.
Amorim Admits Early Doubts — But No More
Speaking at a press conference on Friday, the 40-year-old candidly reflected on his rocky introduction to Premier League management. He admitted that during a particularly rough patch in December, he briefly questioned whether he had made the right decision to join United mid-season.
“If you asked me four months ago, with all the problems, maybe I would have said I should have waited until the summer,” Amorim confessed. “But today, I feel it’s something that will help us in the future.”
Despite the struggles, Amorim made it clear that he remains fully committed to the project at Old Trafford. Results have shown modest signs of improvement, with United reaching the semifinals of the Europa League under his guidance — a rare bright spot in an otherwise challenging campaign.
Optimism for the Future
Amorim acknowledged the “frustration and suffering” within the club, but struck a notably optimistic tone about what lies ahead.
“We are suffering a lot here. There is a lot of frustration and a lot of suffering,” he said. “But I feel that this, maybe because we are near the end of the season, is the most important time for the next few years.”
He emphasized the importance of learning from the hardships of this season to build a stronger, more resilient team moving forward.
“This is the top a coach can achieve,” Amorim added. “So no, I have no regrets at all.”
A Fight to Avoid History
With just five Premier League matches left, Manchester United are still battling to avoid an even greater embarrassment — a potential finish as low as 17th, which would mark their worst league standing since their relegation in 1974.
Nonetheless, Amorim’s confidence and long-term vision offer a glimmer of hope for a fanbase desperate for stability and success. His resilience could prove crucial as United look to rebuild and return to their former glories.
