Manchester United have shown signs of improvement under Ruben Amorim, but the Red Devils' run of good form has been underpinned by some major concerns
07:32, 14 Nov 2025
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Ruben Amorim is still under pressure at Manchester United(Image: Getty Images)
Despite a rocky start to the season, Manchester United are beginning to find their footing under Ruben Amorim.
Successive 2-2 draws with Tottenham and Nottingham Forest prior to the international break may not look impressive on paper, but they extended United's unbeaten run to five matches - their longest streak since Amorim took the reins. With five victories and three draws from their first 11 games, the Red Devils currently sit seventh in the Premier League, within striking distance of the top four.
However, despite these positive signs, there are still plenty of issues to address. The most pressing concern is the performance of their £74million summer acquisition Benjamin Sesko. The Slovenian forward has shown glimpses of potential but has only netted two goals in 12 outings so far. If United hope to maintain this mini resurgence, they'll need more consistency in front of goal - and Sesko's success could be crucial, not just for the club, but for Amorim as well.
While the Portuguese manager's position seems relatively secure at present, it remains fragile and another dip in form could quickly put his job back in jeopardy. With that in mind, here are the latest headlines from Old Trafford, reports the Mirror.
Amorim's harsh report card
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim
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Ruben Amorim's Manchester United have improved but are still far off the standards expected at Old Trafford(Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
Premier League legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has asserted Amorim hasn't improved a single aspect of United since taking over at Old Trafford.
Despite the team's recent improvement in form, the former Chelsea forward insists he remains sceptical about the 40-year-old manager.
Hasselbaink said on Sky Sports News: "I don't think they have improved, I'm sorry. Where, where have they improved? They have not scored more goals, they have not had less goals against, they have not won any trophies.
"Yes, they have been in a final in Europe but lost against a poor side - Tottenham were a poor side last year. He has got a lot of work to do, a lot of work. I don't think they are creative enough, not like they used to be."
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has not been impressed by Ruben Amorim
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Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has not been impressed by Ruben Amorim(Image: Getty Images)
Despite Hasselbaink's harsh words, United's hierarchy are reportedly satisfied with Amorim's recent developments and grow ever more optimistic that he can reverse the club's decline.
Whatever unfolds, Amorim has pledged not to alter his methods. "During my career as a manager, most of the time I was winning," he told MUTV recently.
"When you are winning, you can say that you have convictions and you are loyal to your ideas, but you learn when you lose, when you are under pressure and I learned that when I'm under pressure, I'm stronger on my ideas and I keep with my ideas.
"Of course, it's really important to feel the support of everyone in the club, especially the fans that help you, to give you that confidence to continue on your path, but that was the biggest learning point: when I'm under pressure, I can stick with my plan."
Sesko row erupts
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko will hope to return swiftly from a knee injury
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Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko will hope to return swiftly from a knee injury(Image: (Photo by Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Offside via Getty Images))
Tensions surrounding Benjamin Sesko have been escalating after the Slovenian national team were allegedly kept in the dark regarding the striker's fitness levels.
Sesko sustained an injury against Tottenham and was subsequently examined by United's medical team, who ruled him unfit for international duty.
The verdict infuriated Slovenia boss Matjaz Kek, who slammed United for showing disrespect by blocking his medical staff from carrying out their own evaluation.
Reports suggest Kek even warned of triggering a 'diplomatic incident' before United finally furnished medical evidence to back up their decision.
Slovenia's head coach Matjaz Kek looks on during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group C match vs Slovenia
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Slovenia's head coach Matjaz Kek
The Slovenian FA subsequently issued this statement: "The medical team of the Slovenian national football team received the complete medical documentation from Manchester United regarding Benjamin Sesko's health condition following his injury on Saturday, including the current clinical picture and the examinations performed.
"Unfortunately, the injury currently does not allow for the training process. In the coming days, additional examinations and the start of treatment are planned at the club, so Benjamin will unfortunately not be able to participate in this national team action.
"We wish Benjamin a speedy recovery and a return to the football field as soon as possible."
Sesko's withdrawal from international duty means he will go a full year without scoring for Slovenia.
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The 22-year-old, considered the shining star of Slovenian football, has scored 16 goals in 45 appearances for his country, with his most recent goal dating back to November 2024.