Ruben Amorim: “We Take Responsibility for Job Losses at Manchester United”

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has acknowledged that the first team must take responsibility for the financial struggles leading to job losses at the club.

INEOS’ Cost-Cutting Measures & Financial Challenges

Since INEOS acquired a minority stake at Old Trafford, the club has implemented widespread cost-cutting to stabilize finances. Reports indicate a 10% drop in revenue from commercial, broadcast, and matchday earnings, leading to redundancies in non-essential roles and other financial restrictions.

Despite backlash from fans and critics labeling Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s approach as “brutal”, United executives insist that these measures are necessary for long-term sustainability and success.

Amorim: “We Are the Ones Responsible”

Speaking before United’s clash against Tottenham, Amorim admitted that poor on-field performances have directly impacted the club’s financial situation.

“I think it’s really important for us in the first team, coaches, and players to not ignore this. People are losing their jobs, and the biggest problem is the football team. We spend the money, but we are not winning. We are not in the Champions League, so the revenues are not the same. We spent a lot in the past, and now we must be careful with finances, meaning we cannot rebuild the team as we’d like.”

Amorim also recognized the uncertainty felt by employees at the club, adding:

“People feel unsafe in their jobs. That affects the entire environment. We must acknowledge this problem, and the responsibility lies with the first team. We have to change that.”

United’s Struggles at Old Trafford

Amorim’s tenure at United has been turbulent, with poor home form compounding their struggles. Although he secured a dominant 4-0 win over Everton, United have won just one other home game, needing a late Amad Diallo hat-trick to overcome Southampton.

The Red Devils have suffered five home defeats in recent months, increasing pressure on Amorim to turn things around.

Amorim: “We Need to Keep Fighting”

Acknowledging the difficulties of managing under constant media scrutiny, Amorim emphasized the importance of staying focused:

“It’s ups and downs. It’s a fight every day—with everything, including the media. At a club like this, if you can’t string together a run of wins, you’re always under pressure. It can be exhausting for me, the players, and everyone at the club. But we need to keep fighting and focus on the small things. Right now, the small thing is the next game.”

Can Amorim Turn Things Around?

With financial and on-field struggles mounting, do you think Amorim can steady the ship at Manchester United? Drop your thoughts in the comments!