Carragher: Amorim tenure a 'disaster,' has to end

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Jamie Carragher has publicly criticized Ruben Amorim's tenure as head coach of Manchester United, describing it as a "disaster" that must end. Amorim, appointed in November 2024 with a contract running until 2027, has struggled to meet expectations at Old Trafford. Carragher highlighted poor team performances and tactical issues as reasons why the Portuguese manager has failed to deliver the results needed for a club of United’s stature.

Under Amorim, Manchester United has experienced a noticeable decline in form, with inconsistent results raising concerns among fans and pundits alike. Carragher pointed to the lack of clear strategy, inadequate player management, and poor results in key matches as evidence that the coaching approach is not working. He stressed that changes are urgently required if United hopes to regain competitive standing in the Premier League.

Amorim’s previous success with Sporting CP, where he won multiple league titles and earned Manager of the Year awards, set high expectations for his role at Manchester United. However, the transition to the Premier League has proven difficult. Despite his achievements in Portugal, Carragher argued that Amorim has not adapted effectively to the demands of English football, leading to frustration among supporters and analysts.

The critique from Carragher comes amid growing pressure on United’s management to make decisive moves to improve the team's prospects. The former Liverpool defender emphasized that prolonged patience with Amorim’s methods is unwarranted given the club's ambitions and current struggles. This public rebuke reflects a broader debate within English football regarding the viability of Amorim’s tenure and whether Manchester United should seek new leadership to restore former glories.