- Some Manchester United players are reportedly concerned about Rúben Amorim’s rigid tactical approach amid the team’s poor run of form
- Reports claim there is no outright dressing room revolt, but growing discontent could become a problem if results don’t improve
- Gary Neville has warned that continued losses could lead players to lose faith in Amorim’s tactics, putting his project at risk
Manager Rúben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure is facing its biggest test yet, with some players reportedly questioning his tactical approach amidst the club’s poor form.
The Portuguese coach has remained steadfast in his commitment to his 3-4-3 system, but recent reports suggest that certain United stars have privately discussed whether a tweak is necessary to reverse their slump.
United have endured a turbulent run, losing six of their last ten Premier League games, including five defeats in their last six matches at Old Trafford.
While Amorim has masterminded impressive victories over Arsenal and Manchester City and secured a draw at Anfield, damaging losses to Crystal Palace, Brighton, Newcastle, and Bournemouth have raised concerns within the squad.
According to reports, some players believe that Amorim’s tactical rigidity is hurting their performances and limiting the team’s ability to adapt to different opponents. While there is no outright dressing room mutiny, murmurs of concern have surfaced. The players reportedly feel that a slight shift in approach could help bring better results, but Amorim has shown no signs of backing down.
The United manager has been vocal about his rigid tactical philosophy. Speaking in December, he made it clear that he would not abandon his methods, saying:
"As a coach, you have to choose one way or another. I choose always 100 percent our way. I choose to risk a bit. I believe so much in our way of playing, they will believe too. There is no second way," he said.
However, United legend Gary Neville has warned that Amorim’s insistence on sticking to his philosophy could backfire.
Speaking on The Overlap, Neville suggested that continued losses could make it harder for the players to buy into his system,
"You can't keep losing. It will depress the thoughts of the players to the point whereby they'll lose faith with the idea," Neville stated.
With United already out of the title race and struggling for consistency, the pressure is mounting on Amorim. If results do not improve soon, he may be forced to rethink his strategy, whether he wants to or not.
Rashford: Why Ruben Amorim let Manchester United star leave emerges
Previously, TheRadar reported that Manchester United’s decision to let Marcus Rashford leave on loan to Aston Villa sparked widespread debate, but manager Ruben Amorim later provided clarity on the situation.
The Portuguese coach admitted that Rashford struggled to adapt to his tactical demands, leading to the decision to part ways, at least temporarily.
