Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has cast doubt over his future at Old Trafford ahead of their Europa League final showdown with Tottenham Hotspur, following another dismal league performance.
United fell 2-0 to fellow strugglers West Ham, while Spurs were also humbled at home by Crystal Palace by the same scoreline. The twin defeats underline the precarious form of both finalists as they prepare to clash in Bilbao for a place in next season’s Champions League.
Amorim, who succeeded Erik ten Hag, admitted responsibility for United’s ongoing slump. “It’s not the players’ fault, it’s my fault. I’m responsible,” he confessed after the defeat. He went further, suggesting that he might walk away if the situation doesn’t improve: “If we cannot change that really fast, we should give our place to different persons.”
The Portuguese tactician didn’t mince words, highlighting a lack of fighting spirit in the squad. “We are not scared of losing as Manchester United. That is the most dangerous thing a big club can have.”
United’s position at one point on Sunday saw them teetering just above the relegation zone, further raising alarm among fans.
Meanwhile, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou expressed disappointment after ringing in eight changes from Thursday’s win at Bodo/Glimt. “There wasn’t any compelling evidence from today’s team,” he said. “Opportunities don’t come perfect. You’ve just got to take them when presented.”
The Europa League final now carries enormous weight—not just for silverware, but for the futures of both clubs’ leadership.
