Manchester United’s Turmoil: Where Things Stand

Manchester United’s struggles continue to dominate headlines after their bruising 3-0 defeat to Manchester City at Old Trafford. The loss, delivered by two goals from Erling Haaland and a strike from Phil Foden, left the Red Devils languishing in 14th place with just four points from their opening four Premier League fixtures.

The result has intensified scrutiny on manager Ruben Amorim, whose side has shown flashes of potential but little consistency. Despite mounting pressure, the United hierarchy has publicly stood by their coach but behind the scenes, patience is wearing thin.

Amorim Defiant in the Face of Pressure

Amorim has made his stance clear: he will not abandon his tactical philosophy. His preferred 3-4-3 system has come under fire, particularly for misusing key players like Bruno Fernandes, yet Amorim insists the formation is not negotiable unless he decides otherwise.

This uncompromising position has drawn criticism from pundits and United legends alike. Wayne Rooney has slammed recent performances as “not good enough,” while talkSPORT pundits accused Amorim of “playing players out of position.”

A Record United Cannot Ignore

The numbers paint a grim picture. Since taking charge, Amorim has recorded just eight Premier League victories, giving him a win percentage of roughly 36%  one of the worst records for a Manchester United manager since World War II.

Comparisons with the disastrous spells of David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer only add to the weight of expectation.

The Andre Onana Decision

Off the pitch, United are also reshuffling. Goalkeeper Andre Onana has been loaned to Trabzonspor until June 2026, with no buy clause included. While framed as a fresh start for the Cameroonian, the move reflects the club’s dissatisfaction with some of last season’s under-performing stars.

The Road Ahead: Do or Die Fixtures

United’s upcoming games are now being billed as make-or-break for Amorim. Fixtures against Chelsea, Brentford, and Sunderland could define whether he survives the storm or whether the club begins actively pursuing alternatives.

Reports suggest names like Oliver Glasner, Gareth Southgate, Marco Silva, Andoni Iraola, and Mauricio Pochettino are already being floated as potential successors.