Ruben Amorim must unleash Man United talent vs Brentford loved by Erik ten Hag
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Man United’s 2-1 win over Chelsea bought boss Ruben Amorim time after a shaky start to the season left his side on the back foot.
Amorim will be looking to avoid the sack at Man United with a favourable run of fixtures coming up ahead of October’s international break.
Man United reportedly have a shortlist of names set if they are to sack Amorim during the October break, should results not improve.
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Amorim will be without Casemiro against Brentford on Saturday due to the Brazilian’s red card against Chelsea.
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United’s midfield has been a high-profile weakness for Amorim this season, with teams often exploiting the poor balance in the Red Devils’ duo.
“I think we have to keep it calm because here in England we do so much in pushing young players high and then hammer them when they have one or two bad performances.”
Pundits have been pointing to United’s lack of athleticism and robustness in midfield all season, with Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro underwhelming in the middle of the park.
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“I look at the Man City game and when he came on he made a difference, the way he moves with the ball he causes problems because City cope with someone who ran with the ball.
“They desperately need midfield players they need that edge,” Walker finished by saying.
Whether they look internally or in the transfer market, Amorim will have to look at his midfield if United are to enjoy sustainable success under the 40-year-old.