Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has addressed some growing speculation about his relationship with the club’s hierarchy, insisting he will not resign from his position.
The comments come amid reported friction with Technical Director Jason Wilcox, with sources indicating a disagreement over the team’s tactical approach and transfer plans.
In his statement after the 1-1 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road, Amorim sought to clarify his role and future. “Guys, to stop with that, I noticed that you received selective information about everything,” he began.
“I am not going to quit,” he stated firmly. “I am going to do my job until another guy is coming here to replace me. I am going to be the MANAGER of this team, not just the coach. That is going to finish in 18 months and then everyone is going to move on. I came here to be the manager of Manchester United, not to be the coach.”
He emphasized a divide in responsibilities, adding, “Every department, the scouting department, the sports director, needs to do their job. I will do mine for 18 months and then we move on.”
Reports suggest the core of the issue lies in a difference of vision. Wilcox is said to want Amorim to show more tactical flexibility, while the Portuguese manager has been told significant new signings in this transfer window are unlikely.
Further strain appears linked to performances on the pitch. Following United’s 1-1 draw with Fulham in August, Director of Football Christopher Vivell was reportedly irritated by how openly Fulham manager Marco Silva explained and exploited United’s system. Vivell shared Silva’s comments in a WhatsApp group with the club’s senior leadership, highlighting a need for the team to become less predictable.
Amorim also commented on the club’s striking options, comparing new signing Benjamin Sesko to departed forward Rasmus Højlund. “There are big characteristics in the players. Ben is completely different from Rasmus. Rasmus had his moment here, he moved on. We brought in Sesko here, and we’ll try to get him to score goals.”
The manager’s record at United so far has been challenging. In 45 Premier League games, he has overseen 14 wins, 19 losses, and 12 draws.
