Ruben Amorim begs formal Man Utd legend Sir Alex Ferguson for help despite being sacked by Ratcliffe
Manchester United’s turmoil despite the legendary boss being axed as club ambassador earlier this season
Ruben Amorim has turned to Sir Alex Ferguson for guidance during Manchester United’s turmoil despite the legendary boss being axed as club ambassador earlier this season
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JANUARY 19: Ruben Amorim, Manager of Manchester United, speaks with Sir Alex Ferguson, former manager of Manchester United prior to the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Brighton & Hove Albion FC at Old Trafford on January 19, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)
Ruben Amorim has turned to Sir Alex Ferguson for guidance
Ruben Amorim has turned to Sir Alex Ferguson for help – as he struggles to cope with being Manchester United manager.
Amorim has been left floundering in the wake of a shambolic run of just two wins in the last 10 games in all competitions. The latest blow came with Sunday’s crushing 3-1 home defeat to Brighton.
United are now languishing in 13th place in the table – and odds on with some bookies to finish the campaign in the bottom half of the table. United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe axed Fergie as a club ambassador earlier this season but Amorim has revealed he’s been having some pep talks with Fergie in a bid to learn how to cope with the demands of the job.
The Portuguese admits he is struggling to live up to the legacy of the United icon, who won a staggering 38 trophies during his glittering 26 years at the helm. Amorim admitted Fergie had urged him to remain positive.
He said: “I speak with Sir Alex several times. I try to call him to keep being positive. It’s really good, because I feel the history of the club.
Sir Alex Ferguson at Wembley
Ferguson was axed from his ambassador role at United by Ratcliffe
“But it’s (also) really hard, as they did such a good job, to be the guy leading the team at this moment. It’s really hard, but we have to believe.”
Marcus Rashford, meanwhile, is hoping to complete a loan move to Borussia Dortmund before the end of this week. There has also been interest from AC Milan, Barcelona and Monaco, but Dortmund are thought to be at the head of the queue to land the United outcast.
Elsewhere, Real Betis are keen to sign Antony, while United are closing in on a deal to sign Lecce left wingback Patrick Dorgu.
Following United’s 3-1 defeat against Brighton, Amorim made no bones about the dire story the league table tells. “In ten games in Premier League, we won two,” said Amorim.
Ruben Amorim
Ruben Amorim tore into his Man United stars after the weekend defeat to Brighton
“I know that. Imagine what this is for a fan of Manchester United. Imagine what this is for me. We are getting a new coach who is losing more than the last coach. I have full knowledge of that.
“I am not going to change, no matter what. I know we can succeed but we need to survive this moment. I am not naive. We need to survive now.
“We are the worst team maybe in the history of Manchester United. I know you want headlines but I am saying that because we have to acknowledge that and to change that. Here you go: your headlines.”
Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund celebrates scoring their third goal with Alejandro Garnacho
Manchester United have received a huge offer for a “sensational” player, who has now agreed personal terms over a deal, according to a report.
Amorim looking to reshape his squad
Ruben Amorim is looking to put his own stamp on the Man United squad, which means there could be a number of departures in the January transfer window, with three forwards potentially set for exits.
Marcus Rashford has made it clear that he wants to leave his boyhood club, with Barcelona among the clubs interested in the Englishman, who has found game time hard to come by since Amorim’s arrival.
The Red Devils are also open to letting Antony leave this month should they receive a suitable offer, with the Brazilian winger flattering to deceive ever since arriving from Ajax.
Alejandro Garnacho has featured regularly in the Premier League this season, but there is now major doubt over the winger’s future at Old Trafford, with Chelsea becoming the latest club to hold talks over a deal.
There is also interest from Italy, with reports from earlier this week detailing that Napoli are ready to increase their offer for the 20-year-old, who is valued at £59m by United.
According to a new report from Tuttosport (via Sport Witness), the deal is now advancing, with Napoli submitting a €55m (£46m) offer for Garnacho, having generated the funds for a deal by selling Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain.Watch live sports online
Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho applauds fans-1
The Argentina international is said to have agreed contract terms with the Serie A side, indicating that he is keen on the move, but an improved bid may need to be submitted to get a deal over the line.
Man United are maintaining a €70m (£59m) asking price for the youngster, so the two clubs are still some way apart.
Man Utd should sell Garnacho
It is always a shame to see a player who has progressed through the youth ranks move on to pastures new, but if Garnacho wants to leave, Amorim shouldn’t stand in his way.
The Argentinian has shown some promising signs in a United shirt, receiving praise for his “sensational” performance against Aston Villa from reporter Michael Plant just over a year ago.
The left-winger has scored three Premier League goals this season, but he has been unable to cement his place in the starting XI, often being utilised as a substitute, having failed to really kick on since last season.
As such, Man United should look to cash in on Garnacho this month, and raising £59m from his sale would potentially allow them to bring in a top-quality replacement that fits more into Amorim’s plans.
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