Just over a year ago, Manchester United made a significant error by awarding Erik ten Hag a new contract after an unexpected FA Cup Final victory against their rivals, Man City.
This choice soon proved detrimental, as within four months, ten Hag was dismissed, leaving the club in a state of disorder, with new manager Ruben Amorim still bearing the consequences of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s mistake.
A year later, many wonder if United is repeating a similar grave mistake that could affect another manager’s future.
Man United ‘All In’ on Ruben Amorim
United’s commitment to Amorim is now so complete that turning back seems impossible. The worries of fans, having already faced costly transfer errors during ten Hag’s reign, deepen as they contemplate the potential fallout should the Amorim project falter.
United is acquiring players tailored for a unique system that few coaches implement. Amorim employs a distinctive 3-4-3/3-4-2-1 formation that prioritizes wing backs over traditional wingers, long a hallmark of United’s style.
Legends like Ryan Giggs, Cristiano Ronaldo, and others thrived as attacking wingers, yet Amorim’s strategy does not accommodate such players, which is why Alejandro Garnacho, along with Marcus Rashford and record signing Anthony, became sidelined.
Man United Could ‘Accelerate’ Luke Shaw’s Exit
Meanwhile, United has been planning to part ways with Luke Shaw, the injury-prone defender earning £200,000 a week, as he is no longer viewed as a dependable team member. His exit may be hastened by the emergence of new signing Diego Leon, who impressed enough to sit on the bench for the recent Manchester derby.
Leon, a Paraguayan talent acquired for £3.3 million from Cerro Porteno, has outperformed Harry Amass, who was loaned to Sheffield Wednesday. Despite his inexperience, United anticipates that Leon’s physical attributes and strong running will provide him opportunities throughout the season, particularly in cup matches.
