Ruben Amorim retains Manchester United's backing despite Europa League loss

Manchester United’s support for head coach Ruben Amorim remains firm — at least for now.

After a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Tottenham in the UEFA Europa League final, which ends a painfully trophyless season, the message from Old Trafford is clear: Amorim is still the man to lead the rebuild.

But beneath the surface, doubts are quietly growing.

Amorim, consoled post-match by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, made a stark statement that captured the mood perfectly.

Though he initially refused to discuss his future, he later declared that if the board or fans lost faith in him, he would leave without demanding compensation.

“I will not quit,” he added, “I am really confident in my job.” Yet, his candidness underscored the precarious balance he walks — supported but under pressure.

The loss in Bilbao means there will be no European football next season, delivering a heavy blow to the club’s ambitions and financial muscle.

The club’s plan for a summer transfer spree backed by a possible £100 million windfall is off the table, forcing a more cautious approach overseen by Ratcliffe, who is already known for cost-cutting scrutiny.

Striking options like Wolves’ Matheus Cunha are reportedly of interest, but finding a consistent goalscorer is urgent after United failed to score for the 15th time this season against Tottenham.

Amorim admitted the problem is collective — “It is not one guy. It is different players.”

The upcoming Premier League clash with Aston Villa looms as a crucial test of unity and resilience. Leading fan groups have threatened protests, and the squad’s visible dejection after the final — players scattered and solitary — exposed a fractured team spirit.

With players like Victor Lindelof and Christian Eriksen set to leave, and stars like Bruno Fernandes attracting interest from elsewhere, Amorim faces tough decisions in a squad that many feel lacks quality and cohesion.

His challenge: rebuild a team capable of living up to Manchester United’s storied legacy, while keeping fragile support intact.

The club’s official backing for Amorim remains consistent — but the question hangs: for how much longer?