The new manager, who took charge last week, has spent the past few days working with his squad at Carrington, quickly assessing the situation. ..Continue Reading
Amorim feels the squad is overly large and has been taken aback by the lack of pace and intensity during training sessions.
Throughout the week, the former Sporting Lisbon coach, known for his impressive reputation, has repeatedly urged his players to increase their tempo as he aims to make a swift impact.
His priority is to implement his signature 3-4-3 formation, and reports suggest he has already concluded that certain players will not fit into his system.
The coaching team and analysts have been actively engaging the players, using demonstrations to familiarize them with Amorim’s tactical approach.
Amorim’s debut match as United manager is against Ipswich Town on Sunday. The team is expected to showcase a new approach, with Amorim emphasizing the importance of establishing his identity during these early weeks.
While he has been surprised by some players and aspects of training, he has also been impressed by the talent of certain individuals.
United currently sit in the bottom half of the Premier League after their worst-ever start to a season, which Amorim believes does not reflect the team’s true potential.
Although the squad isn’t ready to compete for the title, significant financial investments have been made, and expectations are much higher.
Amorim hasn’t hesitated to offer a candid evaluation of the team’s shortcomings, which he traces back over the past decade.
He has challenged his players to move beyond what he describes as “living in Sir Alex Ferguson’s shadow,” pointing out their struggle to emulate the success of the legendary manager, who last delivered a Premier League title in 2013.
Amorim believes the team has failed to channel Ferguson’s legacy as a source of inspiration.
A source said: “He told them that top managers have not replicated Sir Alex’s success because they have lived in his shadow, rather than getting their team to play with his spirit.”
