Ruben Amorim: ‘I am never concerned about my job’
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim to BBC Match of the Day: “We played Brentford’s game all game. And when you see a game like that it is hard to describe. We never settled on our game and it is different to what we saw today.
“We knew they use long balls on transition, we worked on that. The second goal is the same. We score then miss a penalty. These crucial moments can change the game, we lived it against Fulham and we lived it here.”
On whether they deserved to win: “It is hard to say if we deserved it or not. We never settled in the game. We should have scored the penalty.”
On struggling with set pieces: “If you see all the Brentford games it is hard, a little bit of a lottery. We worked on that during the week but we suffered with the long balls,.”
On looking down to the floor during game: “If you pay attention to all managers they will have some moments (doing that). That is like big brother, it is nothing to do with the game. I was just looking down thinking about the game and what we should do. That is normal if you look at all the managers in 90 minutes, happy or sad.
On Benjamin Sesko’s first goal: “The important part is that the team wins games, not the individual success. But of course we need to play as a team, individually we need to play better to win games.”
On whether he is worried his future: “I am always comfortable with the job. I am not concerned. It is not my decision. I will do the best I can every minute I am here. I am never concerned about my job, I am not that kind of guy.”
When Ruben Amorim was appointed Manchester United manager, many expected turbulence. A club in transition, weighed down by years of inconsistency and managerial upheaval, seemed like an unforgiving place for a coach known for his tactical clarity but also for his willingness to speak his mind. Following recent setbacks, Amorim was asked whether he feared for his position. His response was sharp, calm, and telling: “I am never concerned about my job.”
At first glance, the statement may sound bold—perhaps even arrogant—but it reveals the mindset of a man determined to focus on football, not the noise around it. Amorim knows the reality of managing a club like Manchester United: the pressure is constant, the scrutiny relentless, and the demand for results uncompromising. Yet, his remark carries a deeper meaning: he is not driven by fear of dismissal, but by the conviction that the only thing worth worrying about is improving the team.
This attitude is not new for Amorim. At Sporting Lisbon, he faced similar questions when results wavered, but he consistently refused to engage with speculation about his future. Instead, he emphasized hard work, tactical discipline, and long-term vision. That approach delivered Sporting’s first league title in 19 years. By refusing to get caught up in job security debates, he shielded both himself and his players from distraction.
Now at Old Trafford, Amorim is attempting to build the same culture of resilience. United have been plagued by instability in recent years, cycling through managers who often appeared burdened by the fear of the sack. Amorim, in contrast, presents himself as unshaken. His message to fans, players, and even critics is clear: he will not allow external pressure to dictate his mindset.
The significance of such a stance cannot be underestimated. Players often mirror the psychological state of their manager. A coach who projects panic or insecurity risks infecting the squad with self-doubt. By declaring that he is “never concerned” about his job, Amorim is essentially telling his team that he is here to lead with authority, regardless of the surrounding noise. In a dressing room that has often looked fragile, that type of steadiness could prove invaluable.
Of course, words must be matched with results. Manchester United remain a club measured by trophies, and no manager—however calm—can escape accountability if performances collapse. Critics may argue that Amorim’s statement is brave but ultimately irrelevant if United’s form continues to stutter. In English football, history shows that managerial security is always conditional.
Still, Amorim’s refusal to be drawn into speculation is a powerful tool. It buys him credibility with players who want focus, not chaos. It reassures supporters who crave stability. And it draws a line under the tabloid frenzy that often undermines United’s rebuild. Whether his reign proves triumphant or short-lived, Ruben Amorim has made his philosophy clear: the job of a Manchester United manager is to work, not worry.
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