December 12th 2024.
Ruben Amorim had a bit of a mixed start to his time as the manager of Manchester United. While there have been some moments of success, there have also been some setbacks that have brought him back to reality. His rotation policy has been a major point of discussion, with one player even voicing concerns about the frequent changes to the team in the past month.
Amorim took over the team from Erik ten Hag and began his tenure with a draw against Ipswich, followed by wins over Bodo/Glimt and Everton. These early victories were definitely a source of encouragement for the new manager. However, the team then faced consecutive defeats against Arsenal and Nottingham Forest, which served as a reality check for Amorim.
He has primarily stuck with a 3-4-3 formation during his five games in charge, but has made several changes to his starting lineup and has also received criticism for his in-game substitutions. In fact, he has made a total of 23 alterations in the past four games alone. According to reports, one player has already privately complained about the manager's frequent tinkering.
Despite this, the majority of the first team squad supports Amorim's decisions and understands the reasons behind his changes. Injuries have forced him to rotate players, and he also wants to see how they perform in different match situations before making any final judgments.
Next up for Manchester United is a Europa League match against Viktoria Plzen. When asked about his rotation policy, Amorim explained that it is not something he does for the sake of it, but rather because he wants to keep the entire squad fit and healthy. He mentioned players like Harry Maguire, Tyrell Malacia, Mason Mount, and Leny Yoro who all have specific time limits for playing due to injuries.
Amorim also addressed the recent departure of the club's sporting director, Dan Ashworth. He admitted that it is not an ideal situation, but believes that the club's vision remains clear and unaffected. He expressed his gratitude for the support he has received from the ownership and Ashworth, and understands that these things can happen in football.
Despite the challenges and changes, Amorim remains focused on the path ahead and is determined to continue working towards success with Manchester United. As he prepares for the upcoming match, he is confident in the team's ability to come together and overcome any obstacles that come their way.
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