Amorim finds himself under increasing pressure following a poor start to the campaign, which reached a new low with Wednesday’s humiliating Carabao Cup exit at the hands of League Two side Grimsby Town. ..Continue Reading
After finishing 15th last season, United have picked up just one point from their opening two league fixtures and currently sit 16th in the table.
A failure to secure three points against newly-promoted Burnley at Old Trafford could further jeopardize Amorim’s position.
His cryptic post-match remark — “we will have time to decide things” — after the Grimsby defeat has only fueled speculation about his future.
According to the Mirror, the 40-year-old will meet with the club’s leadership during the upcoming international break to assess his role, especially after his candid comments raised fresh doubts about his commitment to the job.
Despite being under contract until June 2027 with an option for an extra year, Amorim has only managed seven wins in 29 Premier League games since taking over from Erik ten Hag last November.
While the board is reluctant to make a swift managerial change, there’s growing consensus that results must improve immediately.
Chief executive Omar Berrada, who played a key role in hiring Amorim over other candidates like Thomas Frank, Gareth Southgate, and Marco Silva, is now under scrutiny himself.
His reputation is tied to Amorim’s success, and he remains committed to giving the Portuguese coach every chance to turn things around.
With no European competition this season and an early exit from the League Cup, the FA Cup stands as United’s only realistic opportunity for silverware, adding urgency to the situation.
Meanwhile, the club is racing against the clock with just days left in the transfer window.
They’re actively pursuing Royal Antwerp goalkeeper Senne Lammens, valued at £17 million, to replace the underperforming duo of Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir.
Amorim is also pushing for a midfield reinforcement, though Brighton’s Carlos Baleba — his top target — may be out of reach due to a £100 million valuation.
On the outgoing front, United are aiming to offload Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia, all of whom are currently training away from the main squad.
Antony is close to sealing a permanent move to Real Betis, while Garnacho is holding out for a transfer to Chelsea, who have tabled a £35 million offer with add-ons.
Though United initially sought £50 million, they’re likely to accept Chelsea’s bid to resolve the ongoing uncertainty.
Club insiders have reportedly downplayed the idea of Amorim being dismissed so early in the season, suggesting his emotional reaction after the Grimsby loss was more heat-of-the-moment than a sign of imminent departure.
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