Ruben Amorim is under growing scrutiny as Manchester United weigh patience against urgent change after derby humiliation
Manchester City took control of the Manchester Derby from the beginning and kept it until the end. Phil Foden scored in the 18th minute to give City the lead, and the Etihad erupted with excitement. Later, Erling Haaland scored twice in the second half, turning the match one-sided and leaving United with no chance to recover. In contrast, Manchester United looked very disappointing, with a blunt attack and constant defensive errors. They have slipped to 14th place in the Premier League, marking their worst start in 33 years.
This defeat has raised questions among the management and supporters about the team’s direction. Pressure on Ruben Amorim keeps increasing, especially after the Carabao Cup defeat to League Two side Grimsby Town. However, according to Daily Mail Sport, the club has no plans to sack Amorim yet, though the poor results remain a concern.
Injuries to key players like Matheus Cunha and Mason Mount have added to the team’s problems. Matches against Chelsea, Brentford, and Sunderland in the coming weeks will show how resilient United’s current setup is. Meanwhile, a report has revealed that Brighton have asked for €120 million for Carlos Baleba and United are ready to pay, while this news gives rise to both hopes and questions among supporters.
Patience with Amorim or demand for change?
Ruben Amorim is under growing scrutiny as Manchester United weigh patience against urgent change after derby humiliation.
Ruben Amorim remains under tremednous pressure after Manchester Derby loss
Manchester United supporters are now divided into two camps. On one hand, many demand Ruben Amorim’s departure, as the 3-0 Derby defeat and early Carabao Cup exit are big blows to the club’s reputation. They argue that a change would lift players’ morale, provide a fresh start, and reassure fans that the club takes the situation seriously. On the other hand, constantly changing managers undermines stability, and abandoning Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system could confuse the players further.
There is also the financial factor, since appointing a new manager would put a heavy burden on the club. Meanwhile, Amorim’s supporters believe he has a long-term vision that deserves more time. The 40-year-old’s success at Sporting CP shows he can make such a system work.
However, if poor results continue, dressing room disagreements and fan resentment will intensify. This makes the dilemma difficult to resolve. Giving time until Christmas may be a practical option, as Dietmar Hamann has suggested. However, the state of United’s transfer market matters too, especially with Adam Wharton leaning towards Liverpool and Real Madrid’s interest adding to Amorim’s problems. The question is whether the club will remain patient or make quick changes, since both paths carry equal risk and expectations.