Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has finally broken his silence on Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s public remarks about manager Ruben Amorim.
The United co-owner recently stated that he intends to judge Amorim only after three years in charge.
It was a bold claim in a sport where managers are often sacked after just a few bad weeks.
Fernandes echoed Ratcliffe’s sentiment, showing clear public support for the under-pressure Portuguese tactician.
He said on Sky Sports: “If Sir Jim Ratcliffe shares the players’ opinion, namely that the manager is the right person for this role, then it’s a good thing to have two groups of people who share the same view.”
Amorim still has the dressing room on his side
Man United have endured a rocky start to the campaign, losing three of their opening seven Premier League fixtures.
Their lowest point came with an embarrassing Carabao Cup exit at the hands of fourth-tier Grimsby Town.
The 3-1 defeat to Brentford last month put Amorim’s position under intense pressure.
However, the 2-0 victory over Sunderland eased some of the pressure on him.
Ratcliffe’s public endorsement was a timely vote of confidence, but even that goodwill could fade quickly if results do not improve.
Sunday’s showdown against Liverpool could not have come at a more intriguing moment, especially with Arne Slot’s side losing their last three matches.
A positive result on Merseyside might not only lift spirits but also buy Amorim crucial breathing space to turn things around.
Fernandes continues to be United’s most consistent performer, regardless of who sits in the dugout.
He has a solid working relationship with Amorim and has shown great willingness to adapt to a slightly deeper role.
His comments are a clear sign that the dressing room remains behind the manager.
This unity could prove vital as United prepare for one of their toughest tests of the season.